How a Coal Mining Risk Assessment Helps Secure Planning Permission

If your development site is within a Coal Authority High-Risk Area, a CMRA is required as part of the planning application process. Failing to provide a thorough assessment could result in planning delays or outright refusals.

How a CMRA Supports Planning Applications

• Demonstrates compliance with Coal Authority regulations, ensuring local council approval.
• Identifies risks early to prevent unexpected construction issues and delays.
• Helps local authorities assess site suitability for residential or commercial use.
• Provides mitigation strategies to protect developments from mining-related hazards.

What Happens if a Site Has Mining Risks?

If a CMRA finds significant risks, additional investigations like intrusive ground investigations may be required. These investigations use boreholes and geophysical surveys to assess underground conditions. Proper mitigation measures—such as ground reinforcement, void filling, or gas protection systems—can be implemented to allow development to proceed safely.

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