2360288

Application on behalf of Niall Galvin for permission to construct (i) 9 No. Glamping (pods) units (ii) Wastewater Treatment Unit and Polishing Filter, (iii) site administration office and parking and (iv) all associated site services.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Potential risk of odour and noise nuisance from the proposed wastewater treatment system, which would negatively impact the residential amenities of nearby properties.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed wastewater treatment system presents an unacceptable risk of odour and noise nuisance to existing residents in the immediate vicinity.
  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the technical details provided sufficiently mitigate the potential for injury to the residential amenities of the area.
  • The development is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to its adverse impact on local environmental quality.

Cited Policies (CDP)

10.3.5.1Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-7811.6.311.6.3.211.6.4West Iveragh Local Area Plan 2019-25 (M2-Village Centre zoning)

Decision Document Summary

Niall Galvin sought permission for a glamping development consisting of 9 pods, a wastewater treatment unit, and an administration office at Rath Ciaran, Ballinskelligs, Co. Kerry. While the site is appropriately zoned (partially M2-Village Centre and Rural General), the application was refused following a negative report from the Site Assessment Unit. The primary concern was that the proposed wastewater treatment system would generate significant odour and noise issues, thereby seriously injuri...
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