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(1) CREATION OF ACCESS ROAD (2) REGRADING/LEVELLING OF SITE AND CREATION OF PLATFORMS AND BERMS (3) INSTALLATION OF WATER AND ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND CONNECTIONS FROM THE SITE (4) CONSTRUCTION OF A SHED WITH HARDSTAND AREA AND ALL ASSOCIATED WORKS. A NATURA IMPACT STATEMENT (NIS) ACCOMPANIES THIS APPLICATION

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The development is recommended for refusal because it results in significant detrimental alterations to a highly sensitive coastal landscape designated as an Area of Especially High Scenic Amenity, and because insufficient information was provided to allow for a Stage 1 Appropriate Assessment Screening of impacts on the Lough Swilly SAC and SPA.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The retention of the shed, roadway, and extensive site works has resulted in significant negative alterations to a coastal landscape of 'Especially High Scenic Amenity', contrary to the Donegal County Development Plan 2024-2030.
  • The design and appearance of the agricultural shed are deemed incongruous and non-traditional, appearing more akin to a dwelling house than an agricultural structure in this sensitive rural setting.
  • There is a lack of sufficient information on file regarding shoreline habitats and potential water quality impacts to determine if the development would have likely significant effects on the Lough Swilly SAC and SPA.

Cited Policies (CDP)

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Decision Document Summary

The application seeks retention permission for an access road, regrading/levelling of a 1.95ha site to create platforms and berms, infrastructure connections, and a 22 sq. m shed with a hardstand area at Grange, Inch, Co. Donegal. The site is located in a highly sensitive coastal area, partially within the Lough Swilly SAC and SPA and designated as an 'Area of Especially High Scenic Amenity'. While Donegal County Council originally granted permission, the Inspector argues that the 'cut and fill'...
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