24/6081

Permission for Retention of a) Agricultural shed containing a milking parlour with slatted tank and cubicles, (b) Farm Office and Permission to c) Decommission existing septic tank, d) Install a septic tank with percolation area, Permission to construct e) Straw storage shed, f) Roof over existing holding yard, g) Effluent tank and ancillary works.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the development, located within an established farmyard complex, is ancillary to agricultural operations and is considered not to seriously affect the visual or landscape amenities of the area nor negatively impact local water quality.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed and retention agricultural buildings are ancillary to an existing farmyard complex and do not visually impact the high value landscape area as they are screened by topography and mature trees.
  • The risk of pollution to groundwater and the River Lee is considered low, provided the development complies with GAP Regulations and EPA codes of practice for wastewater treatment.
  • The development is consistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area and does not negatively impact protected scenic routes S37 and S38 or the residential amenities of the locality.

Cited Policies (CDP)

GI 14-9 (Landscape)GI 14-13 (Scenic Routes)Objective GI 14-1(d)Volume 2, Chapter 5 (Scenic Routes)Rural Area Under Strong Urban InfluenceHigh Value Landscape

Decision Document Summary

The application seeks retention of an agricultural shed (milking parlour) and farm office, along with permission for a new straw storage shed, roof over a holding yard, and a replacement septic tank at a 1.2ha site in Walshestown, Ovens, Co. Cork. The site is located within a 'High Value Landscape' and a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence'. Third-party appellants raised significant concerns regarding the unauthorized nature of existing works, potential pollution of the River Lee, and the i...
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