22/416

This development is to comprise of seven number electricity generating wind turbines with a hub height of up to 70 metres and a rotor diameter of up to 71 metres, an electrical compound, substation building, a 70 metres high permanent meteorological mast, four number car parking spaces and associated site roads and site works. It is proposed to source stone from an on-site borrow pit,

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application for an extension of duration was refused because the development requires both an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and an Appropriate Assessment (AA), which legally precludes an extension under Section 42(8) of the Planning and Development Act.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is required in relation to the proposed extension of the planning permission for the wind farm.
  • An Appropriate Assessment (AA) is necessary to evaluate the potential impacts of the development on protected European sites.
  • Under Section 42(8) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), the planning authority is prohibited from extending the appropriate period of a permission if an EIA or AA is required.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought an extension of the appropriate period for a previously permitted development of seven electricity-generating wind turbines located at Cashloura, Kilronane West, and Knockeenboy, Dunmanway, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the extension on statutory grounds. It was determined that the project now necessitates both an Environmental Impact Assessment and an Appropriate Assessment; pursuant to Section 42(8) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, the existence of these r...
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