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FOR A LAYDOWN / TRANSPORTATION YARD TO FACILITATE THE STORAGE OF SHIPPING CONTAINERS, A CONTAINER REPAIR AREA, PARKING FOR ARTICULATED TRUCK TRAILERS, A SAFE ZONE IN WHICH HAULIERS CAN PULL COVERS ON BULK TRAILERS AWAY FROM THE MAIN ROAD / HARD SHOULDER, SITE LIGHTING, ANCILLARY OFFICE ACCOMMODATION AND WELFARE FACILITIES AND ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development is considered premature pending the finalisation of an agreed access strategy and the completion of planned road improvement works on the N29 Port Road as outlined in the County Development Plan and Local Area Plan.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal for direct access onto the N29 is premature pending the delivery of strategic road infrastructure, including a new roundabout and speed limit revisions, and could compromise the implementation of an agreed access strategy.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that the development would not adversely affect the residential amenity of neighboring properties through noise, lighting, and visual impacts, particularly given the lack of a comprehensive impact assessment.
  • Insufficient information was provided regarding surface water drainage and wastewater treatment, meaning the Planning Authority could not be satisfied that the project would not negatively impact the integrity of the River Suir SAC.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective 5JObjective 12UObjective 12VObjective 12WObjective 5DObjective 5EObjective 5DM1

Decision Document Summary

The Port of Waterford Company applied for permission to develop a 3.11-hectare laydown and transportation yard at Gorteens, Belview Port, intended for container storage, repairs, and haulier facilities. While the site is zoned for port-related industry, it is situated adjacent to residential properties and accessed via the N29 national road. Kilkenny County Council refused the application on the grounds that the development is premature pending the completion of the N29 Port Road Improvement Wor...
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