Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered acceptable in principle as it is located within an established agricultural farmyard and, subject to conditions, would not seriously injure residential or visual amenity, create traffic hazards, or adversely impact public health or the environment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension is consistent with the existing agricultural use of the site and the character of the surrounding rural area.
- The 30m separation distance provided between the development and the nearest residential dwelling is sufficient to mitigate noise and odor concerns.
- No evidence was found to support claims that the development would create a traffic hazard, significantly impact local water quality, or harm biodiversity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
County Donegal Development Plan 2018-2024NH-P-7NH-P-8NH-P-9NH-P-13Appendix 3 Part BPolicy EP-P-14NH-P-1Policy CS-O-10Policy NP7NH-O-7NH-P-6
Decision Document Summary
This report pertains to an appeal against the decision of Donegal County Council to grant permission for an extension to an agricultural shed at Straid, Clonmany, Co. Donegal. The site is situated within an existing farm holding in an 'Area of High Scenic Amenity.' Third-party appellants raised numerous concerns, including lack of planning permission for the existing shed, potential impacts on a natural spring, noise, traffic safety, and visual impact. The Inspector concluded that the developmen...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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