Core Refusal Reason
Destruction of high ecological value mature woodland during site preparation, contravening biodiversity protection policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- Site preparation for the proposed development has already resulted in significant negative impacts on a mature woodland habitat of high ecological value.
- The development materially contravenes Cork County Development Plan objectives intended to protect biodiversity, ecological corridors, and mature trees not covered by formal preservation orders.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable precedent and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the region.
Cited Policies (CDP)
BE 15-2BE 15-8
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the construction of an agricultural grain store and associated works at Ballyanthony, Tallow, Co. Cork. The application was refused by the local authority primarily because the site preparation works caused significant damage to a mature woodland habitat. This loss of high-value ecological features was deemed a material contravention of the Cork County Development Plan 2022, specifically policies protecting local biodiversity and mature trees, making the develo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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