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to RETAIN extension of farm complex previously approved under 20/488 which consists of the following (a) additional vehicular entrance (b) 2 no. ‘A’ framed agricultural slated sheds, (c) 1 no. lean-to shed part slatted/part dry food storage, (d) 3 no silage pits (e) 2 no. external legged meal silos and water storage tank (f) single storey building incorporating plant room and staff facilities, (g) cattle handling facilities, concrete aprons, retaining/boundary walls together with PERMISSION for 5 bay lean-to slatted shed, additional concrete aprons, extend boundary walls and associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate that the development would not have a significant adverse impact on the conservation objectives of nearby Natura 2000 sites, specifically the Lough Oughter and Associated Loughs SAC.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The application site is located in close proximity to sensitive water bodies, including the Woodford River and Annagh Lough, and is within 1.0km - 1.25km of the Lough Oughter and Associated Loughs SAC.
  • The applicant submitted inadequate information to ensure that no environmental threat would result from the development, making it impossible to determine that there would be no adverse impact on the conservation objectives of Natura 2000 sites.
  • The proposal contravenes Objective NHDS 01 of the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028, which mandates the protection and conservation of Special Areas of Conservation and other designated natural heritage areas.

Cited Policies (CDP)

NHDS 1Section 12.8ABS 01ABS 02ABS 03ABS 04

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission to retain several extensions to an existing farm complex (including sheds, silage pits, and silos) and permission for a new 5-bay lean-to slatted shed at Annagh, on the outskirts of Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan. The site is situated in a rural area adjacent to land zoned for General Enterprise and Employment and is in close proximity to the Woodford River and the Lough Oughter and Associated Loughs SAC. The application was refused because the Planning Authority could n...
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