East Pye Solar – Register as an Interested Party
This stage involves completing an online or paper form providing your name and contact details and a Relevant Representation which is a summary of the points you would like to comment on. When you have completed this you will receive a reference number.
All members of a household should register using their own email addresses.
It is recommended that you limit your Relevant Representation to around 500 words although the online form will accept up to 10,000. If you wish to submit pictures with your representation you will need to email them to [email protected] requesting they are added to your representation and quoting your Relevant Registration reference number. You can also add further text in this way after you have registered.
The above must be completed before 10th June 2026.
The submission of a valid Relevant Representation will ensure that you are registered as an Interested Party and as such you will be able to participate in the Examination. You will be able to submit a further Written Representation by the Deadline that will be set out in the Examination Timetable at a later date. This can expand on the matters included in your Relevant Representation.
Instructions on how to register for online or paper applications, see the ‘Where to Register’ section at the bottom of this page.
Below you will find:
- Tips for completing your Registration.
- Relevant Issues you may wish to address.
- Recommended issues for objection for each individual EPS proposed solar site in the form of a download. Choose from a word document or .pdf format by clicking on either of the icons below. These documents contain detailed information that will help you compile your objection.
NOTE: Download specific information about the individual solar sites that affect you or that you have concerns about. Select your preferred format.
- Anyone with an interest in the area may register.
- You do not need to live locally to participate.
- Only your name and comments will be published on the Inspectorate's website.
Tips for Completing Your Registration
Focus on clear planning concerns supported by facts, locations, examples, or evidence. Avoid general slogans or purely emotive statements.
There is no strict word limit, but submissions of around 500 words are recommended. Detailed evidence can be submitted later during the Written Representation stage (if asked).
We recommend ticking the 'yes' box in Q4-1 to Q4-4. This strengthens our collective response but does not commit you to anything. (Does not apply to the online form)
Explain how the proposal affects the area, including concerns that:
- The area is already oversubscribed with Solar and Battery Storage (BESS) developments and there is no benefit to the local community.
Avoid copying template responses. The Planning Inspectorate places greater weight on individual submissions.
If you own or occupy land affected by the proposal, state your interest clearly (e.g. owner, tenant or occupier).
Relevant issues you may wish to address include:
- Biodiversity & Ecology Impacts on wildlife, habitats, and ecological networks. The area is recognised as highly important for Barbastelle bats, a highly protected species with critical breeding populations associated with ancient woodland, meadows, rivers, and streams. Their presence is acknowledged within the developer's DCO submission.
- Hydrology Potential impacts on chalk streams, aquifers, private water supplies, drainage, and flooding risk.
- Cultural Heritage & Local Community Effects on listed buildings, conservation areas, historic landscapes, and the cumulative pace and scale of change affecting rural communities.
- Landscape & Visual Impact Visibility, design, screening, and impacts on countryside character.
- Noise Impact of continuous noise from inverters and substations: both low-level and audible intrusive noise on receptors in homes and public footpaths (PROW).
- Transport & Access Construction traffic, routing, congestion, and highway safety.
- AIL Routing (Abnormal Indivisible Loads) Access, damage to listed buildings and village features.
- Glint and Glare Possible effects on aviation, railways, roads, and residential amenity.
- Land Use & Agricultural Quality Loss of Best and Most Versatile (BMV) agricultural land.
- Environmental Impacts Noise, vibration, air quality, drainage, and water management.
- Socio-Economic Factors Impacts on local communities, local businesses, employment, and the rural economy.
- Security & Fencing Lighting, CCTV, fencing, and long-term site security.
- Decommissioning Removal of infrastructure and restoration of land at the end of the project lifecycle.
Why Register?
Once registered, you will:
- Receive official updates from the Planning Inspectorate.
- Be able to submit further comments and evidence at later stages.
- Participate fully in the examination process.
If you do not register, you will not be able to take part later in the examination.
Important Dos and Don'ts
Privacy
- Do not include medical records, financial information, signatures, or other sensitive personal data.
- Your name and comments will be published online; contact details remain private.
AI (Artificial Intelligence) Disclosure
- If you use AI assistance when preparing your representation, include a short statement confirming this, as required by the Planning Inspectorate. (See note at foot of site by site objections.)
Formatting
- Use clear language.
- Numbered paragraphs can improve readability.
Important note: You can register by post or online via the Planning Inspectorate's website. Details for both methods can be found below under ‘Where to Register’.
Where to Register
Internet Applicants
Click the following link to complete the online registration form.
Register Online Now
Complete the official Planning Inspectorate registration form for the East Pye Solar project.
Register to Have Your SayNon Internet Applicants
Anyone who is not able to complete the registration form online can request a paper copy from the Planning Inspectorate's customer services team – See contact details below.
The paper form must be fully completed and be received by the Planning Inspectorate before the deadline of 10th June 2026.
The deadline cannot be extended.
Postal address: Planning Inspectorate, c/o QUADIENT 69, Buckingham Avenue, Slough, SL1 4PN.
Telephone: 0303 444 5000
Email address: [email protected]
- You must mention that East Pye Solar is the applicant/application you are referring to.
- Each registration form that is requested generates a unique reference number.
- There is an option to be kept informed either by POST or email.
Need Help Registering?
If you need assistance:
- Contact [email protected] for information about BEPS activities and upcoming community drop-in sessions.
- Please support neighbours, friends, or family members who do not use the internet.
- Registration can be completed on someone else's behalf.
- Paper registration is possible via a form requested by telephone — further guidance will be provided soon.
We will continue to send reminders and tailored guidance for each village during the registration process.
Thank you for your continued support and active participation in supporting BEPS.