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Retention permission sought for a wheel wash, weigh bridge and site buildings including an office building and site garage and permission to provide a recycling facility which will involve the importing of material along with on-site processing and all other associated site development works **Significant further information received on 4.10.23 including information in relation to the effects on the environment, a Natura Impact Statement (NIS)**

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The Planning Authority is precluded from granting permission due to the presence of significant unauthorized development on-site, alongside a lack of critical information regarding environmental impacts, traffic, and site operations.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The existence of unauthorized development on the site, including the importation and crushing of construction and demolition waste and significant re-contouring, prevents the Planning Authority from considering a grant of permission in the current situation.
  • The applicant failed to provide a Natura Impact Statement (NIS), leaving the Planning Authority unable to conclude that the development would not have a significant adverse effect on the River Boyne and River Blackwater SAC.
  • The proposal lacks essential technical data concerning waste volumes, processing equipment, traffic impact assessments, and comprehensive mitigation measures for noise, dust, and surface water management.

Cited Policies (CDP)

ENV 24ENV 25ENV 26ENV 6ENV 4ENV 5CA 1CA 2CS 6IU19

Decision Document Summary

The proposal by Ardcashel Groundworks Limited sought retention and permission for a waste recycling facility, including a wheel wash, weigh bridge, and site buildings at a disused quarry in Killineer, Drogheda. While the principle of waste recovery is supported by the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027, the application was refused/deferred because significant unauthorized works had already taken place on-site. Additionally, the Planning Authority found the application deficient in environme...
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