Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to provide sufficient information regarding the intended use of the shed, the management of animal waste, and the potential environmental impacts on nearby Natura 2000 sites.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The application lacked clear details regarding the exact intended use of the agricultural shed and whether livestock would be housed, which is essential for assessing public health and environmental compliance.
- Insufficient information was submitted concerning the collection, storage, and disposal of farmyard manures and effluents in accordance with the Good Agricultural Practice for Protection of Waters Regulations.
- A screening for Appropriate Assessment could not be completed because the lack of detail on the shed's use made it impossible to determine if the proposal would have significant effects on European sites such as the Ratty River cave SAC.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 4.10CDP 14.3CDP 14.7
Decision Document Summary
Conor McMahon applied for permission to construct a 109m² three-column round roof shed and ancillary works at Clogga, Sixmilebridge, Co. Clare. The site is situated in a rural 'Working Landscape' adjacent to a scenic route and an older cottage. While the principle of development was considered, the planning authority determined that the application was deficient in technical detail. Specifically, the failure to clarify the shed's agricultural purpose and waste management protocols meant the prop...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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