New playpark being planned on 'optimum' site for breeding birds
The play park and picnic area is being proposed for the Cavanaleck area of Enniskillen, and will feature an inground trampoline, slides, swings and multi-play unit.
If successful, the play area will have access provided via a 1.5m path, which will lead to a recreation area finished with a 'water permeable wet pour rubber safety surface with pin kerb edging'.
The project will also provide wheelchair accessible picnic tables.
However, a recent biodiversity inspection has found that the proposed area is an optimum site for breeding birds.
"The site and habitats therein are considered optimal for breeding birds," read a report from Ecologist, Amy Gallagher.
"All species of breeding birds and their nests are protected under the Wildlife (Northern Ireland) Order 1985.
"Therefore, if future plans involve, the removal of vegetation on-site must be undertaken outside the breeding season, which extends from March 1 to August 31, inclusive.
"Should vegetation removal be required between March 1 and August 31, it is recommended that a qualified ecologist is appointed to survey the areas of vegetation prior to removal for evidence of use by breeding birds. Should any breeding birds be identified, the area will need to remain undisturbed until all dependent young have fledged the nest, and the nest is no longer in use."
The application has been made by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council as part of its playpark strategy.
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