Core Refusal Reason
The development's proximity to a neighboring dwelling would cause significant injury to residential amenities through noise and odors, coupled with insufficient evidence regarding waste storage capacity and nutrient management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is located in immediate proximity to an existing dwelling, which would lead to a significant depreciation in the value and enjoyment of the residential property due to noise, odors, and general disturbance.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient technical detail regarding the adequacy of storage capacity in the slatted tank and a comprehensive Nutrient Management Plan (NMP), posing a risk of environmental pollution.
- The scale and nature of the proposed agricultural intensification in a visually sensitive rural area are considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the locality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.6.3Section 11.6.3.1Objective KCDP 9-53Objective KCDP 9-55
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the retention of a concrete slatted tank and the construction of a new agricultural shed at Ards, Fossa, Killarney, within a farm complex located in a visually sensitive rural area. The application was refused on the grounds that the development's proximity to a neighboring dwelling would severely impact residential amenities through noise and odors. Furthermore, the applicant failed to demonstrate adequate waste storage capacity or provide a Nutrient Management Plan, leadi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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