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construct an outdoor activity centre comprising of a modular welfare building with office space and toilet / changing facilities, car parking, storage containers and canopies, an outdoor activity area, a new wastewater treatment system, upgrading of existing access, fencing and all associated site works necessary to facilitate the development

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development is inappropriately located in a rural area outside established settlements, utilizes substandard structures, and lacks sufficient evidence to prove it won't negatively impact residential amenities via noise.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development contravenes objective KCDP 10-11 as it is located outside of an established settlement, which would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the rural landscape.
  • The use of shipping containers and modular structures is deemed substandard and out of character with the rural area, potentially injuring the amenities and depreciating property values in the vicinity.
  • The planning authority is not satisfied that the noise levels generated by the multiple proposed activities would not seriously impact the residential amenities of nearby properties.

Cited Policies (CDP)

KCDP 10-7KCDP 10-11KCDP 10-21KCDP 10-22KCDP 10-67

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Tomas Flahive, proposed an outdoor activity centre including paintballing, go-karting, and modular welfare facilities on a 6.56-hectare agricultural site at Inch East, Lisselton, Co. Kerry. Kerry County Council refused the application on the grounds that the rural location is unsuitable for a standalone tourism venture, which should ideally be located within established settlements like Listowel or Ballybunion. Furthermore, the council raised significant concerns regarding the vis...
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