Core Refusal Reason
The proposal fails to demonstrate that it will not adversely affect the Lower River Shannon SAC and Cloon River (Freshwater Pearl Mussel habitat), and it proposes the unjustified demolition of a building of vernacular heritage.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a Screening for Appropriate Assessment to rule out significant impacts on the Lower River Shannon Special Area of Conservation and the Freshwater Pearl Mussel population in the Cloon River.
- The proposed total demolition of the existing building, considered an example of vernacular heritage, is not sufficiently justified and contravenes objectives to seek the retention and revitalisation of such structures.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the proposed finished levels of the dwelling relative to the surrounding lands and the extent of ground level alterations.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 14.2 (b)CDP 15.4CDP 3.14
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission to demolish a disused former public house and dwelling and construct a replacement modern dwelling with a new wastewater treatment system at Carrowreagh East, Cranny, Co. Clare. The site is located near the Cloon River and the Lower River Shannon SAC. The Planning Authority determined that the development could not be granted as proposed due to potential environmental impacts on protected species and habitats, and the loss of a building with vernacular heritage ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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