City councilor Windeck: Lawsuit against quarry expansion planned

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In the tranquil community of Imhausen, which is affected by a serious conflict, resistance is stuck to the expansion plans of a local quarry. Politicians help the concerned citizens a clear signal. The CDU parliamentary group is on the agenda of the local council, which met on Tuesday, September 10th. This demands that the municipality of Windeck should definitely comply with the Rhein-Sieg district of the quarry.

The proposed resolution submitted by the administration clearly stands out from a decision that the main committee had taken last December. At that time it was determined that the municipality should check the approval act thoroughly and that if the result is permitted, legal steps would be taken into account. The CDU now wants to delete these decisive reservations from the discussion. The politicians intend to give the citizens concerned a sign of support and, if necessary, have a positive decision from the approval authority examined.

CDU sees approval as likely

The CDU expects a quick permission to expand the quarry, since the Rhein-Sieg district has dispensed with an environmental impact assessment. This decision means that the citizens of Imhausen are not included in the procedure. "We shouldn't leave the Imhauseners alone in their protest," said Frank Steiniger and Rolf Heuser in their application. Such a procedure would not only improve the legal options, but also signal to the citizens that their concerns are taken seriously.

The municipal administration not only has the legal Situation in view, but also consulted a law firm that specializes in topics such as immission protection. This cooperation is intended to ensure that when checking a possible approval notice, a well -founded basis for the reasoning is created. But the administration also warns of the financial risks associated with a lawsuit.

A lawsuit that remains without success could be associated with high costs for the community. The administration is considering that depending on the amount in dispute, the court costs and legal fees could sum up in an amount in the low four -digit to medium five -digit range. A fact that should be taken seriously, because the financial means are limited.

The situation in the Imhausen quarry is not only a local affair, but could also serve as an example for many other communities in Germany that are faced with similar challenges. The decision of the CDU to take a clear position and consider the lawsuit reflects the resistance and concerns of the residents. In times when environmental protection and economic interests often come into conflict, the outcome of this procedure is important for many.