2360592

to use part of the existing agriculture field as an airstrip for the applicant’s private use (previous planning reference numbers 17/1784, 10/1003 & An Bord Pleanala reference number 07.238257)

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended granting permission, concluding that the development is in accordance with the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028, specifically regarding noise control and archaeological protection, and would not be detrimental to residential or visual amenities due to its low-intensity private use.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development is consistent with the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028, particularly concerning Policy Objectives ARC 4 and ARC 5 for archaeological heritage and Section 7.9.2 for noise pollution.
  • The low-intensity nature of the private airstrip (8-10 uses annually) and the demonstrated flight path compliance ensure the development will not significantly impact the residential amenity of neighboring properties.
  • The proposal does not pose a risk to the integrity of the Lough Corrib SAC or nearby recorded archaeological monuments, and consequently, neither an EIA nor a Stage 2 Appropriate Assessment is required.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 4 - Rural Living and DevelopmentChapter 6 - Transport and MovementPolicy Objective AT2 - Local AirstripsChapter 7 - Infrastructure, Utilities & Environmental ProtectionNP3 - Noise Impact AssessmentsNP4 - Noise Pollution and RegulationNP5 - Noise Mitigation MeasuresChapter 10 - Natural Heritage, Biodiversity and Green/Blue InfrastructureChapter 15 - Development Management StandardsPolicy Objective ARC 4 - Archaeological HeritagePolicy Objective ARC 5 - Archaeological HeritageSection 7.9.2 - Control of Noise Pollution

Decision Document Summary

This report evaluates a proposal for the continued use of a field as a 500m grass airstrip in Carrowntryla, Co. Galway. The site had previously received temporary 5-year permissions in 2010 and 2018. A third-party appeal raised concerns regarding misleading site notices, unauthorized extension of the runway, noise levels, and potential disturbance to a nearby ringfort. The Inspector found that the flight operations are infrequent (8-10 times per year) and conducted by a single-engine light prope...
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