Core Refusal Reason
The proposal is contrary to the Green Infrastructure zoning objective and poses significant ecological risks to protected European sites (SPA and SAC).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed infilling of agricultural land is inconsistent with the 'Green Infrastructure' zoning, which limits development to projects that support recreational, amenity, biodiversity, or flood management roles.
- The development violates site-specific objective LI-GC-01, which maintains a general presumption against development on these specific lands.
- The works pose a significant risk to the Cork Harbour SPA and Great Island Channel SAC due to infilling within a floodplain and proximity to critical ex situ roosting sites for species of conservation interest.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ZU 18 – 13Objective LI – GC – 01Policy BE 15 - 2
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for the importation of soil to raise ground levels at Lower Courtstown, Little Island, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the proposal because the site is zoned for Green Infrastructure, where development is strictly restricted to uses that enhance biodiversity and flood management. Furthermore, the development was found to be in conflict with the Habitats Directive, as the proposed works within the floodplain could adversely affect the integrity of the Cork ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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