Core Refusal Reason
Inadequate noise impact assessment and potential material contravention of the 'Existing Residential' zoning objective.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The submitted Noise Impact Assessment is considered unsatisfactory and lacks robustness, failing to provide continuous monitoring over a two-week period or detailed data on dog numbers and activity times.
- Measured and predicted noise levels at the adjacent Lisfennel House appear to exceed EPA recommended limits for residential areas (50dB evening and 45dB night), posing a significant threat to residential amenity.
- The development is located on lands zoned 'Existing Residential' where dog kennels are not permissible, and the applicant has failed to clearly demonstrate that the site boundaries are adequately stock-proofed.
Cited Policies (CDP)
WCCC Development Plan 2022 - 2028Zoned Existing Residential [RS]Policy ECON 16
Decision Document Summary
The proposal seeks retention for the conversion of stables into a 13-dog boarding kennel facility, including a feed store and dog run, at a 0.13-hectare site in Lisfennel, Dungarvan. While the site is located near industrial developments, it is specifically zoned 'Existing Residential' and sits immediately adjacent to Lisfennel House. The Planning Authority identified significant concerns regarding noise pollution, noting that current assessments suggest EPA limits would be exceeded at the neigh...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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