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Large structures are easily accommodated as they can be set against a backdrop of sea, or alongside a relatively straight coastal stretch. 3.7 Open and expansive coasts 3.7.1 Key characteristics –– This coast is characterised by its juxtaposition with the extensive and expansive openness of the sea, which dominates in terms of extent and scale –– Frequently exposed, the coastline is likely to be relatively regular and straight, and may be rocky, sometimes with cliffs, stony beaches and infrequent shallow bays –– Often this character type is dominated by the changing pattern of light and movement associated with the sea, with less focus on the land or even the coast, except where there are landmark features, such as cliffs, distinct promontories or historic features. –– Roads tend to follow the coastline, although this can be quite elevated, and may be set well back from the immediate coastal edge. There may be long stretches where access is limited or only possible on foot –– Views are often panoramic, embracing a wide expanse of sea. There are likely to be views from ferries and other marine traffic 3.7.2 Implications for siting and layout These stretches of coastline tend to be heavily dominated by the open sea and a sense of vast distance, providing an expansive setting for structures. Long, elevated promontories and sweeping bays all reinforce the sense of large scale. In these landscapes, larger structures can be more easily accommodated where they can be set against a backdrop of the sea or where a long stretch of the coastline is relatively straight. The dominant trend of these landscapes is ‘horizontal’, made up of the horizon, long, low profiles of adjacent hills, promontories or distant islands, which can make it easier to accommodate long, low profiled structures. 28
The expanse of the sea may potentially absorb even very large structures. By locating large structures where there are few – if any – other reference points (except for perhaps the occasional passing ship) the structures will appear small within the larger seascape, when viewed from land. Try to avoid unnecessary clutter and irregular cage sizes or patterns. An ordered pattern of cages and simple feed barge structures will more appropriately reflect the simplicity of the open sea. These coastlines are likely to be too exposed for shellfish lines, which are likely only to be accommodated perhaps in the lee of headlands. Where sea is expansive it may absorb even very large structures. Long, elevated promontories and high viewpoints reinforce this sense of large scale. 29
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