Core Refusal Reason
The development lacks a Natura Impact Statement to assess impacts on the Slaney River Valley SAC and provides insufficient information regarding site drainage and surface water attenuation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The absence of a Natura Impact Statement prevents the Planning Authority from concluding that the development would not adversely impact the integrity of the Slaney River Valley SAC.
- A potential direct hydrological link exists between the site and a designated Natura 2000 site, posing an unassessed risk to conservation objectives.
- The application failed to provide adequate technical details on existing drainage and surface water attenuation, rendering the development prejudicial to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for an articulated vehicle parking area at Ardcavan. The site is situated approximately 120 metres from the Slaney River Valley SAC, a protected Natura 2000 site. The Planning Authority refused the proposal primarily because the applicant did not submit a Natura Impact Statement to facilitate a Stage 2 Appropriate Assessment, and failed to provide sufficient information regarding site drainage and surface water management to ensure the protection of p...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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