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Permission for 2 no. 11m high agricultural stores (2318sqm x 2 no.), with each storey containing 2 no. separate units and all associated site development works. This application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement. *Significant Further Information received on 10/05/2023 which includes an updated Natura Impact Statement*

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The applicant failed to demonstrate that the proposed development would not adversely affect the integrity of the Dundalk Bay Special Protection Area (SPA) and Special Area of Conservation (SAC), while also failing to provide sufficient agricultural justification for the scale of the structures.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the development, individually or in combination with other plans, would not adversely affect the integrity of the Dundalk Bay SPA and SAC due to inaccuracies in the Natura Impact Statement regarding site location and potential impacts on qualifying bird species.
  • The applicant failed to provide a comprehensive business plan or landholding details to justify the requirement for two massive 2,318 sq.m agricultural stores in a Rural Policy Zone 2 area, leaving the scale of the development commensurate with the farming enterprise unproven.
  • The proposal failed to demonstrate safe access and egress arrangements onto the R132 Protected Route and did not include a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment or adequate surface water management details to ensure the protection of the surrounding environment and public safety.

Cited Policies (CDP)

NGB 6EE 605.19.113.13.11.7MOV 56MOV 5713.19.1413.16.1713.9.1513.9.16ENV 39IU 16IU 17IU 18IU 19IU 26IU 27Table 7.10

Decision Document Summary

Fane View Farms Ltd sought planning permission for two 11m high agricultural stores (totaling 4,636 sq.m) at South Marsh, Mooretown, Dromiskin, Co. Louth. The site is located within the Dundalk Bay SPA and in close proximity to the Dundalk Bay SAC. The application was refused because the Planning Authority could not conclude that the project would not have a significant adverse effect on these European sites, particularly concerning foraging habitats for protected bird species. Additionally, the...
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