Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the proposed agricultural shed is considered an appropriate land use alongside an established farmyard in a rural area, aligns with sustainable agricultural development policies, and will not negatively impact traffic safety, residential amenity, or public health.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is consistent with the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 objectives to facilitate and support the agri-food industry and rural diversification.
- The projected increase in HGV traffic (3 additional trucks per day) is manageable within the existing capacity of the local road network and does not represent a threat to public safety.
- The proposal does not pose a significant risk to the environment or nearby Natura 2000 sites (Slaney River Valley SAC) and includes adequate drainage and noise mitigation measures.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ED90Objective ED91Objective ED95Objective ED104Objective ED105Section 5.5.1 – Agricultural Buildings
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Coolattin Farms Limited, proposed the construction of an 1,806sqm agricultural shed for malting barley storage, including the installation of solar PV panels on the new and an existing shed at Coolattin, Bunclody, Co. Wexford. The 1.57-hectare site is an active agricultural enterprise located near the River Slaney and River Glasha. A third-party appeal raised concerns regarding traffic safety on the narrow L20071 road, noise pollution, and the allegedly commercial rather than agri...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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