Core Refusal Reason
Potential adverse impacts on the qualifying interests and integrity of the Killarney National Park, MacGillycuddy Reeks and Caragh River Catchment SAC, specifically regarding protected Annex I wet heath habitats.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the proposed development would not have adverse impacts on the qualifying interests and integrity of the Killarney National Park, MacGillycuddy Reeks and Caragh River Catchment SAC, specifically EU Annex I Habitat 4010 Northern Atlantic Wet Heaths.
- The proposed development would conflict with Development Objectives KCDP 11-1 and 11-2 of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028 regarding the protection of the environment and natural heritage.
- The development is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to its location within a visually sensitive and ecologically protected landscape where significant effects on Natura 2000 sites cannot be ruled out.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-15KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78KCDP 11-1KCDP 11-2
Decision Document Summary
Pat Moriarty sought permission to construct a single-storey dwelling house with a proprietary wastewater treatment system at Lyranes Upper, Glencar. The site is located in a 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence' and is designated as a 'Visually Sensitive Area' within the Killarney National Park, MacGillycuddy Reeks & Caragh River Catchment SAC. While the applicant was deemed to satisfy rural housing need criteria, the application was refused because the Planning Authority could not determine that t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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