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the restoration of lands (disused quarry, as granted Ref no. 92533) for the purposes of agricultural gain through the importing and depositing of top soil and inert material to raise levels of land, comprising natural minerals of clay, silt, sand, gravel or stone and all ancillary site development works, as per condition no. 11 of planning reference no. 92/533. The proposed development will require a "Waste Facility Permit" which will be sought through a separate application to Meath County Council

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to a comprehensive lack of technical information regarding environmental impacts, traffic safety, and water quality, which prevented the Planning Authority from conducting a proper assessment.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient information to allow for a Screening for Appropriate Assessment or to determine if an Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) was required, specifically regarding the River Boyne and Blackwater SAC/SPA.
  • The absence of data concerning traffic volumes, haulage routes, and a construction traffic management plan meant the development could endanger public safety and set an undesirable precedent for the area.
  • No detailed assessments were submitted regarding the impact on groundwater and surface water quality, posing a potential risk to public health and local domestic wells.

Cited Policies (CDP)

ED POL 26WS POL 29WS POL 32HER OBJ 33Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved the restoration of a disused quarry at Rathbrack, Clonmellon, for agricultural use by importing topsoil and inert materials. The site is situated in a rural landscape of moderate sensitivity near the River Boyne and Blackwater SAC. Meath County Council refused permission because the applicant failed to submit critical documentation, including environmental reports, traffic impact assessments, and water quality data. Without this information, the Planning Authority could not...
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