Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered compatible with the established agricultural land use, complies with the objectives of the Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028, and does not seriously injure the amenities of the area or public health.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is in accordance with the objectives of the County Development Plan and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The scale and nature of the cubicle house is consistent with the established pattern of development in this rural agricultural locality.
- Concerns regarding surface water and procedural matters have been adequately addressed through technical reports and revised documentation, with no significant environmental or public health risks identified.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective WM 11-6: Protection from Agricultural PollutionObjective WM 11-2: Surface Water ProtectionObjective EC:8-15: Agriculture and Farm DiversificationHigh Landscape Value Area designation
Decision Document Summary
This report pertains to a retention application for a cubicle house and slatted tank at a dairy farm in Inchinapallas, Co. Cork, which was larger than the version previously permitted under Ref. 20/4073. The applicant justified the increased floor area (from 445sqm to 716sqm) as a requirement to meet Department of Agriculture guidelines for winter animal housing. The Inspector evaluated a third-party appeal raising issues about flooding, surface water concerns, and planning contraventions. The I...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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