Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to provide a comprehensive assessment of the downstream drainage network's capacity, leading to concerns that the development would cause flooding to adjoining properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the proposed development would not cause flooding downstream due to the absence of a proper capacity assessment of the receiving drainage network.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the operation, maintenance, and risk assessment of the proposed wetland areas and their potential impact on adjoining properties.
- The proposed development would likely injure local amenities and depreciate property values in the vicinity by creating an unresolved flood risk, contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.6Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 13.2.4Section 6.3.1KCDP 6-32
Decision Document Summary
Gneeveguilla GAA Club applied for permission to retain a second playing field and erect floodlights at their existing grounds in Coom, Gneeveguilla, Co. Kerry. Although the development supports local sporting needs, it was refused primarily due to inadequate surface water management proposals. The inspector concluded that without a detailed assessment of the downstream drainage network's capacity, the project poses an unacceptable risk of flooding to neighboring lands and fails to comply with th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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