24/6188

Permission for works to comprise the demolition of 2 no. existing sheds on site and the construction of 4 no. terraced two-storey houses, 5 no. terraced three-storey houses, 2 no. two-storey semi-detached houses, single-storey and three-storey extensions to existing dwelling house (Prospect Villa) and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Inadequate ecological assessment regarding bat roosts and failure to meet technical and financial requirements for public lighting and infrastructure security.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development fails to comply with the technical standards for public lighting as set out in the Cork County Council Public Lighting Manual and Product Specification 2023.
  • The developer has not provided the necessary financial security or bond required to ensure the satisfactory completion of essential services and infrastructure.
  • The submitted ecological assessment lacks sufficient survey data to rule out impacts on bat roosts, conflicting with biodiversity protection objectives and legal requirements.

Cited Policies (CDP)

BE 15-2b

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for the demolition of two existing sheds at Laherfineen, Innishannon, Co. Cork. The proposal was refused by the Planning Authority primarily due to significant deficiencies in the Preliminary Daytime Bat Roost Assessment, which failed to adequately survey Prospect Villa and the Old Abattoir structure, thereby risking protected species. Additionally, the application did not meet technical requirements for public lighting design or provide the necessary financial...
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