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Wind turbine (File Photo)
Controversial plans to develop a wind farm in north west Kilkenny have been dealt a major blow by Kilkenny County Council.
In their reasoning for refusing permission, the local authority stated that “having regard to the size and scale of the proposed development, the Planning Authority considers that the proposed seven (7) number of turbines with 185 metre tip height will, due to the cumulative effects of visual intrusion, combined with noise, flicker and disturbance of access, on a significant number of nearby dwellings in and around the settlements of Tullaroan, Kilmanagh, and Ballycallan, give rise to excessive levels of adverse effects on residential amenity in the area.”
The Planning Authority, in its assessments of the applicants’ specialist chapters of the Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) found ‘a number of significant deficiencies in the quality and quantum of data provided, particularly in the areas of landscape and visual effects, material assets, noise, ecology and hydrology’.
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The local authority also noted ‘a significant lack of supporting information for certain ecological receptors (such as birds) in both the Stage 1 Screening and Stage 2 Natura impact Statement, and certain elements of the mitigation measures’.
The decision to the refuse planning permission was met with ‘relief’ by local group KBT (Kilmanagh, Ballycallan, Tullaroan) Responsible Energy.
“This ruling lifts a significant burden of stress and anxiety that has weighed heavily on residents since the proposal was first announced,” they stated.
“The 199 personal submissions to Kilkenny County Council and the 547 signatures attached to the community submission demonstrated the depth of our collective concerns.
“We also acknowledge the efforts of those who researched, compiled evidence, and engaged with the planning process to ensure that our voices were heard.
“While we strongly support renewable energy, it must be implemented in a way that respects local communities and the environment.”
The applicant, Briskalagh Ltd, still retain the ability to appeal the decision of Kilkenny County Council to An Bord Pleanála, if they deem it necessary.
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