Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority could not be satisfied that the development would not have a significant effect on the Lower River Suir Special Area of Conservation (SAC) in the absence of a Natura Impact Statement (NIS) and sufficient information regarding hydrological links and potential sewage overflows.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that an Appropriate Assessment is not required, as insufficient detail was provided regarding the source-pathway-receptor link between the site's drainage and the Lower River Suir SAC.
- There are significant concerns regarding potential hydraulic loading from surface water runoff and the in-combination effects of sewage overflows from the Island View pumping station on the qualifying habitats of the SAC.
- In the absence of a Natura Impact Statement (NIS), the authority cannot conclude that the development would not likely have a significant effect on the conservation objectives of the Lower River Suir SAC, making the extension contrary to Section 42 of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Residential Phasing Phase 1
Decision Document Summary
This application sought a further extension of duration for planning permission (Ref. 07/500196) for the construction of 23 two-storey dwellings at Castleview, Knockboy, Williamstown. Although substantial works had already been carried out on-site, the local authority refused the extension under Section 42B of the Planning and Development Act 2000. The refusal was primarily based on environmental concerns; the applicant failed to provide a Natura Impact Statement or sufficient technical data to ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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