20506: For the construction of a new free range laying hen unit with ancillary covered litter store, vertical meal bins, underground washings tanks & hardened areas, and also to develop/construct a new agricultural entrance together with all ancillary site works. Significant further information and revised plans have been submitted.

Refusal reasons

Conditions

• 1Submit a Stage 1 Appropriate Assessment Screening report addressing potential impacts on the River Boyne and River Blackwater SAC, prepared by a suitably qualified person in accordance with EU Natural Habitats Regulations 1997.Environment Ecology
• 2Submit a noise/odour impact assessment evaluating impacts on nearby sensitive receptors, including mitigation measures and best practice recommendations.Other
• 3Submit a site section showing the finished floor level (FFL) relative to site contours. The proposed FFL of 128.30m is considered too high for optimal cut/fill balance and may cause negative visual impact; a reduced FFL should be examined.Compliance
• 4Submit revised entrance plans onto public road L3550 showing a minimum 100x3 metre clear sightline in both directions. Relocate entrance westerly if necessary, clarify hedge line setback, and ensure entrance piers are setback 6m from the road edge.Traffic Access