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permission for development consisting of amendments and alterations to a previously granted poultry unit development under planning reference number 19/565 which consisted of (1) construction of free range poultry unit (2) construction of manure storage shed (3) installation of proprietary wastewater treatment unit and percolation area (4) construction of underground washings storage tanks and concrete aprons, (5) formation of new entrance onto the public road, (6) completion of all ancillary site works and associated structures ( including meal storage bins, access road and manure conveyors) Amendments and alterations now proposed involve the relocation of the proposed site entrance, change in dimensions of the proposed poultry unit and manure storage shed together with an amended site layout. Significant further information relates to amended site layout plans, NIS and AA screening report

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to provide necessary additional information to address environmental concerns and demonstrate compliance with agricultural development policies AGP1 and AGP2.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Environment Section requested additional information regarding the proposal which was not satisfactorily provided to ensure the protection of the local environment.
  • The proposed amendments to the poultry unit's dimensions and site layout failed to meet the specific criteria for agricultural developments as defined under Policies AGP1 and AGP2 of the County Development Plan.
  • The application did not sufficiently demonstrate that the relocation of the site entrance and structural alterations would be consistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the rural area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 15.15Policy AGP1Policy AGP2MCDP 2019-2025Category 2- Remaining Rural Area

Decision Document Summary

This application (Ref: 21/424) sought permission for amendments to a previously approved poultry unit (Ref: 19/565) at Magherashaghry, Drum, Co. Monaghan. The proposed changes included a revised site layout, the relocation of the site entrance, and altered dimensions for the poultry unit and manure storage shed. Monaghan County Council refused the application following a requirement for 'Additional Information' from the Environment Section that remained outstanding, and a determination that the ...
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