Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was deemed unacceptable due to potential traffic hazards arising from livestock crossing a Regional Road and insufficient information to assess environmental impacts on the Slaney River Valley SAC.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The movement of cows across the Regional Road to access the milking parlour is considered a significant traffic hazard and is unacceptable in its current form.
- There is insufficient information to conduct a mandatory Appropriate Assessment screening regarding the impact of slurry spreading on streams flowing into the Slaney River Valley SAC.
- The application lacks clarity on the management of soiled water generated in the existing yard and the potential environmental impact of run-off from public roads soiled by livestock.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 9 Economic Development: AgricultureCPO 9.37CPO 9.40Appendix 1 Development and Design Standards: Section 4.3.4
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a 282sqm agricultural development including a milking parlour, slatted tank, and meal bin at an existing farm complex in Killavaney, Tinahely, Co. Wicklow. Although the project aligns with agricultural zoning and visual amenity standards, the Planning Authority identified critical issues regarding road safety and environmental protection. Specifically, the requirement for cattle to cross a Regional Road was flagged as a traffic hazard, and the lack of data on ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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