Core Planning Reasoning
The proposal was recommended for grant as it involves the replacement of a mast at an established telecommunications site, is consistent with the Fingal Development Plan objective IUO48 to support ICT infrastructure, and is deemed not to seriously injure the visual or residential amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site has a long-standing telecommunications use and the proposed lattice tower will facilitate improved services and mast-sharing between multiple operators.
- The visual impact of the increased height and lattice design is considered acceptable given the low-lying character of the landscape and the presence of existing infrastructure.
- Health concerns raised by the appellant are not a valid planning consideration as the facility must comply with ICNIRP standards and ComReg licensing, per national planning guidelines.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029Zoning Objective RUObjective IUO48Telecommunications Antennae and Support Structures Guidelines (1996)Circular Letter PL07/12Circular Letter PL03/2018
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns an appeal against Fingal County Council's decision to grant permission to Eir (Eircom Ltd) for the replacement of an existing 32.8m monopole with a 38.8m lattice tower at Whitestown Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. The site is a rural Eircom compound zoned 'RU' (Rural) intended to protect agricultural and landscape assets. A third-party appeal was lodged by a nearby resident citing health impacts, visual intrusion, and lack of justification. The Inspector found that the upgrade is ne...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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