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for development. The development will consist of a new 27 metres telecommunications support structure with headframe, carrying antennas, dishes, associated equipment, ground-based equipment cabinets, fencing and all associated site development works for high-speed wireless data and broadband services. The development will further consist of the construction of an access track

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused because it would prejudice the delivery of the planned Ferrybank Relief Road and would cause an unacceptable visual impact on the landscape due to its height and lattice design.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development and its access route are located on the indicative alignment of the Ferrybank Relief Road (Objective 10E), and permitting the structure would prejudice the future delivery of this essential infrastructure.
  • The 27-metre lattice-style structure would represent a domineering and visually inappropriate intrusion on the landscape, failing to integrate successfully with the surrounding environment.
  • The proposal is considered premature pending the delivery of the Ferrybank Relief Road and would therefore be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 10.4Objective 10IObjective 10JObjective 10E (Ferrybank/Belview LAP 2017)Section 6.4.1Chapter 9Section 9.3.1.1

Decision Document Summary

On Tower Ireland Limited sought permission for a 27-metre telecommunications support structure, including antennas, dishes, and associated ground equipment at Ballyrobin, Ferrybank, Co. Kilkenny. The site is situated on agricultural land within the Ferrybank LAP boundary, adjacent to lands zoned for strategic reserve housing. Kilkenny County Council refused the application primarily because the site and its access track interfere with the indicative alignment of the planned Ferrybank Relief Road...
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