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Irish Independent
23-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Independent
New Tipperary concrete waste processing plant given planning permission
Kilsaran Concrete Unlimited Company submitted plans to Tipperary County Council on May 3 last year for planning permission to develop a 'defined recycling area' for the processing of up to 19,500 tonnes of waste concrete annually, stockpiling of waste concrete and of recycled aggregates for use in construction works at Deerpark, Kilfeacle, County Tipperary. Kilsaran quarry is located in the townland of Deerpark, which is 1.5km south-west of Kilfeacle village, 3km north of Bansha village and 4km east of Tipperary town. The subject site is accessed from the existing quarry entrance on the southern side of the N74. Kate Hogan objected to the development on behalf of herself and six local residents. Concerns centred on application inconsistencies, construction and demolition waste, and concerns over bring waste from other construction sites and health issues. The residents raised issues about whether the operation should adhere to EPA guidelines and EU Environmental Objective Regulations, and a request to restrict waste concrete from other plants from being acceptable. Concerns were raised over storm water management systems, contaminants or emissions from the recycled concrete, and end of waste use - querying when a waste licence is required, given that it is considered waste until a by-product is made and that the activity would constitute a waste recycling facility under the Waste Management Act 1996. Residents maintained that it would therefore require a permit, a requirement for an environmental impact assessment, and concerns were expressed in relation to traffic and transport, noise and vibration, the possibility of damage to local residential properties, and dust. The council granted planning permission for the proposed development on June 25, 2024. There were ten conditions attached to the permission. The conditions were considered 'standard' apart from the following - condition two stipulated that permission shall be for a period of five years from the date of the order. Condition three stipulated that the proposed development should be limited to the intake of 19,500 tonnes of materials annually on the site, and this limit should not be exceeded without a prior grant of planning permission. Other conditions related to noise limits, dust levels, hours of operation, and an annual environmental audit. The council's decision was subsequently appealed to An Bord Pleanála on July 19, 2024, by Ms Hogan. An Bord Pleanála issued its decision on May 12 last, upholding the council's decision to grant, while attaching nine revised conditions. The planning authority stated that the proposed development 'would not seriously injure the residential amenities of the area, would be acceptable in terms of traffic safety and convenience given no material change to traffic volume, would not have an adverse impact on the environment and would, otherwise, be in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area'.
Extra.ie
21-04-2025
- General
- Extra.ie
The home renovation errors which could land you with a huge fine
Spring and summer are the best times to get stuck into any home improvements that you may want to do, but homeowners are advised that unauthorised renovations could land you with hefty fines of up to €10,000. There are many aspects to consider when doing up your home, along with a number of rules and regulations in place for safety purposes. As well as large fines if you are caught ignoring regulations, it could also have an impact on your home insurance coverage. Spring and summer are the best times to get stuck into any home improvements that you may want to do, but homeowners are advised that unauthorised renovations could land you with hefty fines of up to €10,000. Pic: Getty Images Quote Devil states that failure to adhere to planning permission could result in a €5,000 fine and six months ' imprisonment. These penalties are under the Planning and Development Act with fines of up to €10,000. It is a possibility that an enforcement notice could also be sent requiring the work to be undone. Planning permission is required by a homeowner if they are planning on building a fence at the front of the property which is more than two metres high. These penalties are under the Planning and Development Act would fines of up to €10,000,000. It is a possibility that an enforcement notice could also be sent requiring the work to be undone. Pic: Getty Images You will also need to seek permission if you plan on building a porch less than two metres from the road. The porch height cannot exceed four metres for a pitched roof of three for any other type of roof. It's also the case for plans to construct paths, drains or ponds that are more than a metre above or below the level of the adjoining ground. Under the Waste Management Act 1996, it is illegal to dispose of construction waste without a proper license. In Dublin, a permit is required if a skin is being put on a public road. Pic: Getty Images Those caught dumping or collecting waste without the necessary permission could face fines of up to €1,500 which could increase to €10,000,000 or 10 years imprisonment in extreme cases. It is also advisable to check with your local council for their regulations regarding skips as most councils require skip permits. In Dublin, a permit is required if a skip is being put on a public road. Quote Devil's Ian O'Reilly noted that 'many homeowners are unaware that even minor home improvements can carry serious legal consequences if rules aren't followed.' He said: 'To avoid costly penalties, always check with your local planning authority before making structural changes to your home or any building.'
