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To: Argyll & Bute Council's Planning Committee
Please help us stop development in Calgary Bay, Isle of Mull!
Please ask the Council Planning Committee to refuse to grant planning permission to application 26/00126/PP which is seeking to build a house and highly intrusive access road across an untouched hillside in Calgary Bay - one of Mull's most sensitive and beautiful locations and the inspiration behind the name of one of Canada's most vibrant cities - Calgary in Alberta!
Why is this important?
Calgary Bay, situated on the beautiful Scottish Island of Mull, is one of the most picturesque spots in the country. This iconic beach is not just a haven for locals and visitors, but it is also home to myriad wildlife species. Beyond its natural beauty, the bay holds significant cultural and historical value.
The connection between Calgary Bay and Calgary, Alberta, Canada is profound. It was in 1876 that Colonel James Macleod visited the bay and was so inspired by its stunning landscape that he proposed the name 'Calgary' for a new fort being established in Alberta. Calgary Bay's name and beauty went on to inspire the naming of what has become one of Canada's major cities.
Despite its cultural, historical, and ecological importance, Calgary Bay is now facing the threat of irreversible change from proposed development plans. The untouched landscape, which has remained largely pristine through the years, is at risk of being marred by construction. The development plans could jeopardize the delicate balance of the local ecosystem and undermine the very essence of this treasured location.
Preserving Calgary Bay is paramount not only for maintaining its natural beauty but also for safeguarding its role as a critical habitat for wildlife. Development in the area could severely disrupt the flora and fauna that depend on this unique landscape. It is also a key visitor attraction for the island, supporting a fragile rural economy.
Immediate action is needed to protect Calgary Bay from development, so that current and future generations can enjoy its tranquil beauty and learn about its historical significance. This is a call to ask the Council's Planning Committee to consider plans that threaten this invaluable site very carefully.
Please join us in urging decision-makers to prioritise conservation and livelihoods of islanders over construction. Let the legacy of Calgary Bay continue to inspire and captivate those who visit.
Public support is key in protecting the bay and getting this unwelcome planning application refused. By signing this petition, you are confirming your objection to the proposed development reference 26/00126/PP.
Thank you!
The connection between Calgary Bay and Calgary, Alberta, Canada is profound. It was in 1876 that Colonel James Macleod visited the bay and was so inspired by its stunning landscape that he proposed the name 'Calgary' for a new fort being established in Alberta. Calgary Bay's name and beauty went on to inspire the naming of what has become one of Canada's major cities.
Despite its cultural, historical, and ecological importance, Calgary Bay is now facing the threat of irreversible change from proposed development plans. The untouched landscape, which has remained largely pristine through the years, is at risk of being marred by construction. The development plans could jeopardize the delicate balance of the local ecosystem and undermine the very essence of this treasured location.
Preserving Calgary Bay is paramount not only for maintaining its natural beauty but also for safeguarding its role as a critical habitat for wildlife. Development in the area could severely disrupt the flora and fauna that depend on this unique landscape. It is also a key visitor attraction for the island, supporting a fragile rural economy.
Immediate action is needed to protect Calgary Bay from development, so that current and future generations can enjoy its tranquil beauty and learn about its historical significance. This is a call to ask the Council's Planning Committee to consider plans that threaten this invaluable site very carefully.
Please join us in urging decision-makers to prioritise conservation and livelihoods of islanders over construction. Let the legacy of Calgary Bay continue to inspire and captivate those who visit.
Public support is key in protecting the bay and getting this unwelcome planning application refused. By signing this petition, you are confirming your objection to the proposed development reference 26/00126/PP.
Thank you!
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