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A) a new 4 bed 2 storey house with a ground floor granny flat, B0 demolition of the existing garden apartment flat, B0 demolition of the existing garden apartment and shed, C) and all associated site works. Please note that his new 4 bed 2 storey house with a ground floor granny flat will replace the previously granted 4 bed 2 storey house with ground floor granny flat planning application register reference: 21/1615
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Core Planning Reasoning
The Planning Authority initially refused permission on the grounds that the 24m lattice tower would fail to integrate into the landscape and contravene Kerry County Development Plan objectives KCDP 11-77, 11-78, and 14-82; however, the Inspector overturned this, citing technical necessity and localized visual impact.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is acceptable in principle as it aligns with national and local policies supporting the enhancement of digital infrastructure to sustain rural economic growth.
- There is a clear technical justification for the mast to address identified 4G and 5G coverage deficits and 'blackspots' caused by local topography and the phasing out of 3G services.
- While the 24m structure will be visible on an elevated ridge, its visual impact is highly localised and is outweighed by the strategic importance of providing high-quality communications to the village of Moyvane.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Objective KCDP 14-82Objective KCDP 14-73Objective KCDP 14-79Objective KCDP 14-80Section 11.6 (Landscape)Section 14.9 (Digital Connectivity)Section 1.14.1 (Telecommunication Standards)Listowel Municipal District LAP 2020-2026
Decision Document Summary
Vantage Towers Ltd. sought permission for a 24m telecommunications lattice tower and associated equipment on an elevated ridge northeast of Moyvane village, Co. Kerry. The site is situated in a 'Rural General' landscape, adjacent to an existing 17m water tower. The Planning Authority originally refused the application, citing concerns that the industrial nature of the structure would negatively impact the landscape. On appeal, the Inspector found that the applicant provided sufficient technical ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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