25/6025

Permission to construct a new loose livestock house with associated underground soiled water tank & ancillary external concrete. The above to be carried out with all associated ancillary site works. A Natura Impact Statement will be submitted to the planning authority with the application.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal poses an unacceptable risk to water quality and protected habitats due to its proximity to watercourses and hydrological links to the Lower River Shannon SAC.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development has the potential to negatively impact the qualifying interests and conservation objectives of the Lower River Shannon SAC via hydrological links to the River Feale.
  • The proposed livestock house and soiled water tank fail to meet the minimum 50m setback distance from watercourses required by Department of Agriculture Specification S.123.
  • The project contravenes specific Cork County Development Plan policies and the Habitats Directive, making it prejudicial to public health and the protection of the environment.

Cited Policies (CDP)

BE 15 - 2WM 11-6

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for a new loose livestock house and associated underground tank at Knockahorrea West, Rockchapel, Co. Cork. The planning authority refused the application because the development is located less than 50m from nearby watercourses, violating agricultural safety specifications and threatening water quality. Additionally, the site's hydrological connection to the River Feale—a designated salmonid river—presents a significant risk to the Lower River Shannon Special Are...
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