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Permission for provision of 59 no. additional permeable car parking spaces to include 3 no. Part M compliant parking spaces at front of building along with associated access routes, along with extension of paved area in rear yard forming new hard standing area, drainage and SuDs measures to account for additional hard standing to yard **Further information received on 11.7.23**

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was considered deficient due to a lack of technical information regarding landscaping, sustainable transport (Workplace Travel Plan and EV charging), and robust surface water/flood risk management.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide a comprehensive landscaping scheme to mitigate the visual impact of the proposed 59 additional parking spaces, as required by Section 13.16.6 of the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027.
  • The proposal lacks adequate provision for sustainable travel, specifically failing to include a Workplace Travel Plan and sufficient infrastructure for electric vehicle charging (minimum 20% of spaces).
  • Insufficient technical data was submitted regarding surface water disposal and pluvial flood risk, failing to demonstrate that the development would not negatively impact the site or surrounding areas.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 13.16.6Section 13.16.13Policy MOV 11Section 13.16.19Policy IU 19Table 13.12Policy MOV 25Policy MOV 26Policy MOV 28

Decision Document Summary

Danann Air Limited applied for permission to provide 59 additional car parking spaces and extend the hard standing area at their existing facility on Donore Road, Drogheda. While the development is located on lands zoned for 'General Employment', the Planning Authority identified significant omissions in the application. The proposal was found to be lacking in terms of visual screening, sustainable transport planning, and technical evidence regarding drainage and flood risk management. Consequen...
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