Core Refusal Reason
The development would facilitate the consolidation of unauthorized works on-site and fails to demonstrate that it would not adversely affect the Dromore Woods and Loughs Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would facilitate and consolidate existing unauthorized onsite works, including agricultural sheds and roadways, which is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The applicant failed to submit an Appropriate Assessment Screening Report or Natura Impact Statement despite the site being located entirely within the Dromore Woods and Loughs Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
- In the absence of evidence to the contrary, the Planning Authority is not satisfied that the proposal would not have significant adverse effects on the conservation objectives of the European site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 4.10CDP 4.14CDP 14.3CDP 15.3CDP 15.4CDP 15.12
Decision Document Summary
Trevor Loughnane proposed the construction of a new dwelling and wastewater treatment system at Killian, Barefield, Co. Clare. The site is a greenfield area located within the Dromore Woods and Loughs SAC and has a history of unauthorized development including sheds and access roads. The application was refused because it would consolidate these unauthorized works and, due to the lack of necessary environmental assessments (AA Screening/NIS), the council could not determine that the project woul...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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