Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to potential adverse impacts on the River Suck Callows SPA (Natura 2000 site) and unresolved fluvial flood risk concerns.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority could not rule out significant adverse effects on the River Suck Callows SPA due to deficiencies in the submitted Natura Impact Statement regarding site-specific conservation objectives and qualifying interests.
- The applicant failed to conclusively demonstrate that the site is not at risk of flooding, as the submitted flood risk assessment was outdated (2016) and did not account for recent remedial works or the Ballinasloe Flood Relief Scheme.
- The proposed development would materially contravene multiple environmental, biodiversity, and flood management policies of the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
John Daly sought planning permission to construct a 549.60 sqm slatted cattle shed and handling facility at Carrowmanagh, Kilconnell, Co. Galway. While the site is located within an existing farm cluster, it is hydrologically linked to the River Suck Callows SPA and situated within a fluvial flood risk area. Galway County Council refused the application because the Natura Impact Statement failed to adequately address potential impacts on protected species and habitats, and the provided flood ris...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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