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construction of farm yard complex including cattle slatted shed, cattle handling area and crush, dry cattle shed, straw storage, feed store, machinery store, silage and maize pit, effluent tanks and concrete yard. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of a bona fide agricultural need, failed to justify the scale and siting of the development, and provided inadequate environmental and landscaping details.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The rationale for the proposed farmyard complex and its scale is considered insufficient as the applicant did not demonstrate a bona fide agricultural need or provide necessary evidence of their existing landholding and farming activities.
- The siting and location of the proposed units on an undeveloped and relatively exposed site require further justification, including a comprehensive landscaping plan to mitigate visual impacts on the undulating landscape of the Central Lowlands.
- Significant technical information is outstanding regarding the management of slurry, soiled water, and surface water drainage to ensure the development does not negatively impact the local environment or water quality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 10RD POL 11RD POL 12RD POL 13RD POL 14Section 9.8.1Appendix 5
Decision Document Summary
The proposal seeks permission for a farm yard complex comprising cattle sheds, handling areas, storage facilities, and effluent tanks on a 2.13ha site in the townlands of Coolfore and Micknanstown, Co. Meath. While the principle of agricultural development is generally supported in rural areas, the application was not granted (resulting in a Further Information request) because the applicant failed to provide evidence of their primary agricultural occupation or land ownership. Additionally, the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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