20240553

Permission for the development of: Forlorn Road Carpark, Construction

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Board is not satisfied that the proposed development, specifically the southern car park and associated works, would not adversely affect the integrity of the Ballyteige Burrow SAC and SPA due to insufficient assessment of hydrological impacts, disturbance to wildlife (specifically the Otter), and lack of architectural heritage documentation for the Sluice House Cottage.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Natura Impact Statement (NIS) is inadequate as it fails to consider the potential for significant adverse effects on the Ballyteige Burrow SAC and SPA arising from construction and human activity in formerly undisturbed areas.
  • The applicant failed to provide a robust justification for the two car parks, particularly the southern one, given the proximity of existing public parking and the resulting risk to sensitive natural and cultural heritage buffers.
  • The lack of detailed drawings (ground levels/cross-sections) and a conservation-led architectural heritage assessment for the Sluice House Cottage and historic retaining walls prevents a proper assessment of the impact on the area's industrial heritage.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028Volume 7: Landscape Character AssessmentObjective L06Objective L07Objective L08Objective L09Objective TM14Objective TM30Objective TM32Objective TM33Objective TM35Objective NH26Objective CZM30

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for a 2.29km recreational trail on a 3.8-hectare linear site in Kilmore Quay, Co. Wexford, including two car parks and a footbridge. The route runs along a drainage channel adjacent to the Ballyteige Burrow SAC/SPA/pNHA. While the Inspector noted the project's alignment with national climate actions and local tourism objectives, the specific design at the southern terminus was found to be problematic. The Inspector argued that the southern car park constitutes a s...
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