Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to provide essential environmental and technical information, specifically an Appropriate Assessment Screening Report and comprehensive details regarding slurry storage capacity, stocking rates, and land management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to submit an Appropriate Assessment Screening Report, which is a legal requirement to assess potential impacts on Natura 2000 sites, particularly given the site's hydrological connectivity to groundwater within SAC habitats.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the farm's slurry management, including the internal capacity of the proposed tank, the 18-week storage requirement, and the identification of suitable spreadlands.
- The application lacked necessary operational details such as landholding maps, livestock numbers, and clear drainage paths for soiled and clean water, preventing a full assessment of the development's impact on public health and the environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 16.53
Decision Document Summary
This planning application sought permission for the construction of a slatted tank at an established farm holding in Streamstown, Co. Westmeath. While the Planning Authority found the proposal acceptable in principle and design, the application was ultimately stalled (with a recommendation for Further Information) due to significant deficiencies in environmental documentation. The primary concerns centered on the lack of an Appropriate Assessment Screening Report to evaluate impacts on protected...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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