Core Refusal Reason
The proposal would result in the loss of wetlands, potentially impact the integrity of the Castlemaine Harbour SAC, and lacks sufficient information to rule out environmental pollution.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would result in the loss of 'wetlands' and as such would materially contravene Development Objective KCDP 11-15 of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the development would not result in adverse impacts on the integrity of the Castlemaine Harbour SAC, thereby conflicting with Objectives KCDP 11-1 and 11-2.
- The application lacks significant detail regarding waste types, quantities, traffic generation, and drainage, meaning the Planning Authority cannot be satisfied that the development would not cause pollution in the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.6.3Section 11.6.3.1Section 11.6.4Objective KCDP 9-53Objective KCDP 9-55Section 11.2.3Objective KCDP 11-13Objective KCDP 11-14Objective KCDP 11-15Objective KCDP 11-1Objective KCDP 11-2
Decision Document Summary
James Morris sought permission for the importation of soil and inert material to raise and improve ground levels at a site in Carhoonahone, Beaufort, Co. Kerry. The 1.27ha site is located in a visually sensitive area and consists of wet, spongy land with drains that lead to the Gearha River and the Castlemaine Harbour SAC. The application was refused because the infilling would result in the loss of wetlands, potentially damage the integrity of the SAC, and failed to provide adequate information...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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