2360447

Planning permission to install a 40ft metal shipping container underground with 3.2m high earth mounding to all sides for the safe and secure storage of pyrotechnics (Class 1 hazardous goods) along with 4.0m² timber shed for packing and unpacking of pyrotechnics, erect green mesh security fencing, erect stock proof fencing to site perimeter and to carry out all associated ancillary site works at Rathoma, Killala, Co. Mayo

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed commercial development lacks sufficient justification for its rural location and is contrary to Policy EDO 54 of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient justification for the location of a commercial enterprise in a rural area, which is contrary to Policy EDO 54 of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028.
  • The proposal is considered to represent haphazard and sporadic development in a rural area where commercial development is only permitted where there is a proven need.
  • The development would seriously injure the amenities or depreciate the value of property in the vicinity and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 7.6Policy EDO 54

Decision Document Summary

Rocket Pyrotechnics proposed the installation of an underground 40ft shipping container for the storage of pyrotechnics, along with a timber shed and security fencing at Rathoma, Killala. Although the Health and Safety Authority and the MD Engineer did not object to the proposal on safety or traffic grounds, the planning authority refused permission. The decision was based on the project's rural location and the lack of a proven need to locate such a commercial facility in the countryside, which...
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