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the development consists of the following: - (1) Development of 2 new GAA Pitches to the south west of the existing clubhouse including the provision of new 1200mm high fencing and training floodlights (2) Construction of a new Gym with office and changing facilities (3) Construction of a new workshop and plant storage facility (4) Provision a gravel walkway around the boundary of the entire land holding (5) Provision of a spectator stand to the Existing GAA Pitch 1 (6) Provision of a shelter including a digital score board and a toilet between the Existing GAA Pitch 2 and the Proposed GAA Pitch 4 and Proposed GAA Pitch 5 (7) Retention of the extension of the existing car parking to the east of the clubhouse (8) Retention of a new pedestrian footbridge across the Broadmeadow Stream along with all associated site works
Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to provide essential environmental and technical assessments, specifically a Habitats Directive Screening Statement regarding Natura 2000 sites and a Site Specific Flood Risk Assessment for works in high-risk zones.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to submit a Habitats Directive Screening Statement to assess potential significant effects on the Malahide Estuary SAC & SPA as required under Article 6 of the Habitats Directive.
- A Site Specific Flood Risk Assessment (SSFRA) was not provided despite the development being partially situated within Flood Zones A and B, where the probability of flooding is high.
- The proposed site layout and design lacked sufficient detail regarding compliance with Part M parking standards, cycle parking provision, and the impact of floodlighting spill on residential amenity.