| Applications to exploit
minerals, limited in occurrence and with some uncommon or valuable
property, will be considered on their merits.
From time to time minerals may be discovered which are
particularly valuable to the economy. Oil, gas and lignite are
examples. Exploitation may create environmental effects which are
particular to the methods of extraction or treatment of that
mineral. There will not be a presumption against their exploitation
in any area. In considering a proposal where the site is within a
statutory policy area due weight will be given to the reason for the
statutory zoning. |
