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for (1) to RETAIN part of land reclamation works consisting of peat topsoil extraction, hardcore gravel, access track and fencing. (2) PERMISSION for removal of part of land reclamation works consisting of hardcore gravel, fencing and container and reinstatement of stockpiled peat topsoil and (3)PERMISSION for the installation of a 30m multi-user lattice support structure carrying telecommunications equipment including antennas, dishes, together with concrete equipment building, cabinets and all associated site development works. The proposed development is in a different location to that proposed under planning reference P22/453 which was refused permission. The development will provide for strategic transmission of wireless data and broadband services
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the resulting net loss of habitat within a Natural Heritage Area (NHA) and the failure to adequately demonstrate that co-location on existing telecommunications infrastructure was not a viable alternative.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would result in a net loss of habitat within a Natural Heritage Area (NHA).
- The applicant failed to sufficiently discount the possibility of co-locating the telecommunications equipment on existing structures despite demonstrating a coverage requirement.
- The development, which includes the retention of unauthorized land reclamation works and a new 30m lattice tower, is located in a sensitive area where a previous similar application (P22/453) was also refused.