2360575
for Proposed new all-weather synthetic playing pitch with low perimeter fencing, proposed flood lighting for the new all-weather synthetic playing pitch and the existing walking track, stormwater soakaways, low retaining wall, landscaping and all associated site works at Stoneyford, Co. Kilkenny.
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to demonstrate that the development would not adversely affect local ecology (specifically bats), manage flood risks appropriately within a designated flood zone, or prevent environmental contamination from microplastics into nearby European protected sites (SAC/SPA).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a revised lighting design and ecological assessment to mitigate light spill impacts on bat populations identified along the site boundaries.
- A site-specific flood risk assessment was not submitted to justify regrading works and ground level changes within a mapped flood risk zone.
- There is a lack of robust proposals to intercept and prevent the loss of synthetic fibres and rubber granules into the hydrologically connected River Barrow and River Nore SAC and River Nore SPA.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
This application seeks permission for a new all-weather synthetic pitch, floodlighting, and walking track improvements at Stoneyford Community Centre, Co. Kilkenny. The site is situated in a sensitive location within a flood risk zone and is hydrologically linked to the River Barrow and River Nore SAC and SPA. The planning authority determined that the proposal lacked sufficient information to ensure the protection of the local environment, specifically regarding light pollution impacts on bats,...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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