Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered to be in keeping with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, specifically supported by policy NH-P-12 of the Donegal County Development Plan 2018-2024, and will not have a detrimental impact on rural character, public safety, or flood risk.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is consistent with the provisions of the Donegal County Development Plan 2018-2024, which specifically identifies the need to protect the integrity of the walkway encircling Trusk Lough.
- The small-scale nature of the project and its location over an existing informal trail ensure it will not detract from the scenic amenity or biodiversity of the 'High Scenic Amenity' landscape.
- A Screening for Appropriate Assessment concluded that the project, individually or in combination with other plans, would not be likely to give rise to significant effects on any European site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.1.1Policy NH-P-7NH-O-5NH-P-12NH-P-13NH-P-17
Decision Document Summary
This report pertains to a third-party appeal against the decision of Donegal County Council to grant permission for an accessible timber boardwalk and viewing area at Kinletter & Trusk, Ballybofey. The subject site is a 1.48ha area in a rural location designated as 'High Scenic Amenity' under the Donegal County Development Plan 2018-2024. The proposal involves formalizing an existing informal, often waterlogged walking track by installing a raised timber structure. Third-party appellants raised ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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