Core Refusal Reason
Potential interference with aircraft safety and negative impact on Kerry Airport operations due to the structure penetrating Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 30m lattice structure is estimated to penetrate the Kerry Airport Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS) by approximately 56 meters, posing a potential risk to aircraft navigation and safety.
- The applicant failed to submit a required obstacle assessment prepared by an organization approved by the IAA Safety Regulation Division to confirm that the development would not impact airport operations.
- The development is considered contrary to the Kerry County Development Plan 2015-2021, specifically Objective RD-38, which seeks to protect the future development and viability of the airport by restricting hazardous developments within a 15km radius.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RD-38Objective RD-10Objective RD-40Section 7.5Section 13.14Section 7.2.4.3Section 12.2.1
Decision Document Summary
Eircom Ltd (EIR) sought planning permission to replace an existing 25m monopole telecommunications structure with a 30m lattice tower, including associated antennas and equipment, at a rural site in Toormore, Kilcummin, Co. Kerry. The site is located within a 'Rural General' zone and approximately 6 nautical miles from Kerry Airport. The application was refused primarily because the Planning Authority was not satisfied that the increased height would not interfere with aircraft safety. Despite a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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