Tyre pyrolysis facility at E.on Uk Chp Limited, Eon Package Boiler Site, Stoke

What was proposed

The application proposed a pyrolysis building and equipment to process tyre crumb into recovered carbon black, tyre pyrolysis oil and steam.

“The proposed development comprises the installation of a main detached building accommodating the pyrolysis processing and storage areas. This structure would measure approximately 29m in length, 16m in width and have an eaves height of 13m. The pyrolysis boiler system would be positioned externally to the east of the building, supported by ancillary infrastructure including a flue gas stack, filtration unit, loading areas and associated storage.”

“The proposed pyrolysis plant would convert processed tyre crumb into Recovered Carbon Black, Tyre Pyrolysis Oil and steam. Murfitts Industries Ltd have operational experience, operating a comparable facility in Suffolk which repurposes over 11 million tyres annually. This facility is expected to process approximately 11,500 tonnes of tyre crumb each year, yielding an estimated 4,250 tonnes of Recovered Carbon Black and 4,800 tonnes of Tyre Pyrolysis Oil.”

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The site and surroundings

The facility would occupy a previously developed industrial site within the wider Michelin site, accessed from Campbell Road and screened by landscaping.

“Site and its surroundings The site forms part of the wider Michelin site, on the northern side of Campbell Road. The site is set back from the highway and is accessed via a long vehicular access.”

“On the northern side of Campbell Road, the surrounding area is industrial in character and is well screened by established landscaping. The A500 runs parallel to the site, located to the south of Campbell Road. Due to established landscaping, the site is not visible from the A500.”

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Planning history

The site was formerly used for a combined heat and power plant, and an earlier tyre storage, sorting and recycling consent had been implemented.

“The site was previously used for the Stoke Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant prior to its demolition in 2018. The site currently contains historic features of the CHP, including a high voltage switch room and an open sided metal shelter and concrete walls which formerly contained transformers.”

“Planning History 57910/AD - Michelin Tyre, Campbell Road, Stoke-on-trent, St4 4ey , Two illuminated fascia signs 06-02-2015 Grant with Conditions 44943/FUL - Building 86, Campbell Road, Trent Vale, Stoke-on-trent , Installation of replacement cyclone dust extraction system, and associated works 29-11-2005 Grant with Conditions 60968/DEM- Stoke Chp, Campbell Road, Stoke-on-trent, St4 4ey , Demolition of buildings and structures (prior notification) 13-04-2017 Prior Approval…”

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Why officers supported it

Officers considered the proposal acceptable because it reused brownfield land, supported tyre recycling, and had no unacceptable planning impacts subject to conditions and permits.

“In summary, the principle of the proposed development is considered acceptable. The scheme would make effective use of an existing brownfield site within an established industrial area and would support a local business in operating more sustainably through the utilisation of waste products.”

“The site would be subject to robust controls, both through planning conditions and other regulatory regimes outside of the planning system, including a bespoke Environmental Permit issued by the Environment Agency and a permit issued by the Council, governing site management, permitted activities, emissions, odour, noise and ongoing monitoring.”

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Consultees and residents

Consultees raised no objections subject to conditions or permits, while one objection raised concerns about noise, emissions, schools and fires elsewhere.

“Responses of Consultees Highways No objection – subject to conditions Lead Local Flood Authority No objection – subject to conditions Environmental Health No objection – the applicant will need to apply for a permit from the Council to operate the facility. The permit will control site operations and limit pollutant emissions.”

“Material 3 rd Party Comments Received Total representations received: 1 objection comment • Concerns about noise generated from the facility operating 24/7 • There will be additional noise and disturbance above existing levels experienced • Emissions will be toxic chemicals • Concerns on impacts on nearby schools • There is history of fires at other sites…”

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Further public concerns

Three further objections raised concerns about odour, noise, air quality, local school children, traffic and increased HGV movements.

“25/FUL/00347) Members were advised that since the agenda had been published, a further three objection comments had been received from members of the public. The objection comments raised concerns mainly relating to public health, with particular reference to odour, noise and air quality and impacts on local school…”

“Planning Committee - Development Management Wednesday, 18 February 2026 3 children. Concerns were also raised regarding increased traffic in the vicinity and increased HGV movements. These material planning considerations had been fully assessed within the original report submitted and no new considerations had been raised which had not already been fully considered.”

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Who spoke

The agent and the applicant spoke in support of the application.

The final decision

Planning permission was granted subject to conditions covering construction, traffic, ecology, contamination, environmental permitting, drainage and waste storage.

“Prior to the commencement of any construction, including demolition, a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by, the Local Planning Authority.”

“No development shall commence until the Construction Traffic Management Plan (CTMP) (Document Entitled: Construction Traffic Management Plan. Ref:CRM.0180.001. Dated August 2025) has been fully implemented. All construction related traffic, access arrangements, vehicle outing, parking and delivery activities shall thereafter be carried out strictly in accordance with the approved CTMP for the duration of the construction phase.”

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