Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development failed to demonstrate that it would not adversely impact local water quality and that the existing road network could safely accommodate the increased heavy goods vehicle traffic.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence that the management of poultry litter and soiled water would not pose a significant risk to groundwater and surface water quality in the catchment.
- The local road infrastructure serving the site at Ballinruane is considered deficient in width and alignment to safely facilitate the additional HGV movements generated by the intensive agricultural facility.
- The proposal did not adequately address the potential for negative impacts on the residential amenity of neighboring properties, specifically regarding odor and noise emissions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
Maurice Fitzgibbon sought permission for the construction of a poultry house, concrete aprons, feed silos, and water storage tanks at Ballinruane, Kilmeedy, Co. Limerick. The site is located within the Newcastle West planner area and the 'Ballynoe' DED. Despite the agricultural nature of the proposal, the application was refused by Limerick City and County Council following critical referrals to the Environment and Roads departments, citing concerns over environmental protection and traffic safe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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