Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered a suitable form of farm diversification in an established agricultural area and, subject to compliance with conditions, will not adversely affect residential amenity, traffic safety, archaeological heritage, or the integrity of Natura 2000 sites.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development constitutes acceptable farm diversification under Policy ED-P-4 of the Donegal County Development Plan 2024-2030, fitting the established agricultural character of the Rann area.
- Potential adverse impacts on residential amenity, particularly noise and odour, are mitigated by the 160m separation distance and the requirement to adhere to Best Available Techniques (BAT) and a detailed Odour Management Plan.
- The proposed upgrading of the access road to 4.3m width and the achievement of 160m sightlines, combined with archaeological monitoring near the adjacent ringfort, ensures the project is acceptable regarding traffic safety and cultural heritage.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy ED-P-4Policy ED-P-9Policy ED-P-10Policy L-P-2Policy AYH-P-1Chapter 16 Technical StandardsTable 16.5 Vision LinesFigure 16.2 Vision SplaysMap 11.1 Scenic Amenity
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns an appeal against Donegal County Council's decision to grant permission for two turkey poultry sheds (3,337sqm total) housing up to 19,860 birds at Rann, Letterkenny. The 2ha site is situated in a rural area of High Scenic Amenity. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding waste management, ammonia emissions, noise, traffic hazards on a narrow lane, and the proximity to a recorded ringfort. The Inspector found that the applicant successfully addressed previous refusal...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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