URBAN PLANNING FEATURES OF THE PLACEMENT OF WIND FARMS ON THE TERRITORY OF THE ST. PETERSBURG AGGLOMERATION IN THE WATERS OF THE GULF OF FINLAND

Abstract

The article deals with urban planning aspects of the installation of wind power plants on the territory of the St. Petersburg agglomeration in the waters of the Gulf of Finland. The main method of research is the analysis of various data: the legislative framework, natural and climatic conditions, scientific research, established routes of large vessels and visual and spatial characteristics. The collected information is plotted on a summary map-scheme that allows you to identify and evaluate the areas of the Gulf of Finland suitable for the installation of wind farms. As a result of the study, the presence of four zones suitable for the installation of wind power plants in the bay was established. These zones are located on both sides of the complex of flood defenses of St. Petersburg, as well as along the northern shore of the bay between the village of Lisiy Nos and the public and business complex "Lakhta Center". Each of the identified zones has a different set of climatic, compositional and spatial characteristics that provide flexibility in decision-making and the ability to create a unique architectural ensemble. Recommendations are also given on the choice of a methodology for assessing the degree of influence of planned objects on the established tourist panoramas and views of the city in cases when the territory under consideration for development is outside the legally protected zones.