Board blocks 66-home scheme over effluent system
The planning appeals board ruled against a mixed development of 66 homes at Lissagroom, Crossbarry, because it was unhappy with the effluent treatment system proposed and stated there could be “a damaging effect upon aquatic life and habitat in the Aughnaboy River”.
Ballybane Windfarms Ltd, secured the go ahead from the board for 13 turbines, an electrical station and meteorological mast at Dromoureen, Bantry. However, the board did revise some of the conditions imposed by the county council.
Meanwhile, APB has received objections against a an 18-turbine windfarm in Terelton, proposed by Barna Wind Energy.
An appeal has also been lodged against a development in Curraglass, where Danny Lordan proposes to build a 64-bed nursing home, 33 apartments, 36 cottages and a 48-suite convalescence centre.
Elsewhere, Lough Residents’ Association is objecting to Cork City Council’s decision to allow Edward Twohig demolish The Lough Tavern and build eight homes in its place.
Meanwhile, objections have been lodged against the development of 25 apartments, a retail centre, 14 houses, creche and medical centre which developers Michael and Kevin Silke have proposed for Kilnagleary, Carrigaline.
Cork County Council has refused Aras Properties the go-ahead for 25 apartments at Carrignafoy, Cobh.
Richard Walsh has lodged plans with Cork County Council for 122 homes, seven serviced sites, a creche and 282 car parking spaces in the village of Killeagh.
Meanwhile, Bandon-based Jim O’Driscoll is hoping to construct a mixed development of 23 homes at Shannonvale, Clonakilty.
John and Claire Hartnett are seeking the go-ahead for 10 short-term letting holiday homes and a playground in Donoughmore, and Ballincollig GAA Club has received the green light for six 21-metre high floodlights for a pitch and an adjoining training area.
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