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for the erection of a 36m high lattice support structure carrying antennas and dishes together with associated ground-based equipment containers all enclosed in security fencing.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended a grant of permission because the 36m lattice mast is located in a landscape of 'low' sensitivity adjacent to existing utility infrastructure, has a demonstrated technical need for improved 4G coverage, and maintains sufficient separation from dwellings and heritage sites to avoid significant adverse visual or amenity impacts.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development is justified by demonstrated 4G coverage deficits in the Craughwell area and aligns with national policies for the delivery of high-quality digital infrastructure in rural regions.
  • The site's location on a hilltop with 'low' landscape sensitivity, adjacent to an existing water utility compound, ensures the 36-metre lattice structure can be absorbed into the landscape without causing undue visual intrusion.
  • Separation distances of 70-80 metres to the nearest houses and 75 metres to the Anthony Daly monument are considered adequate to protect residential amenity and the setting of local archaeological heritage.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective ICT3ICT 3 Telecommunications Antennae and Support StructuresICT 4 Co-location of antennaeICT 5 Siting and Design of Telecommunications InfrastructureICT 6 Visual Impact and Antennae Support StructuresChapter 8 Tourism and LandscapeLCM 1LCM 2DM Standard 42: Telecommunications MastsDM Standard 46: Compliance with Landscape Sensitivity Designations

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the erection of a 36m high lattice support structure for telecommunications at Seefin, Craughwell, Co. Galway. The site is a hilltop greenfield location adjacent to an existing Uisce Éireann water services installation characterized by large tanks and service buildings. The Inspector addressed third-party appeals regarding residential amenity, heritage impact (specifically the Anthony Daly monument), and visual amenity. Key arguments for the grant included the 'low' landsca...
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