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5361- Kilmainhamwood Compost Facility Extension- EIS Table 5.6 illustrates that Meath received over 140 thousand overseas visitors in 2008 generating revenue of €45 million for this year. Landscape Character Landscape Character Types (LCT’s) and Landscape Character Areas (LCA’s) are set out in Appendix VI of the Meath County Council Development Plan 2007-2013. LCT’s are generic areas of distinctive character which may occur in several places across the County. LCTs are used to categorise the more geographically specific LCA’s. The existing compost facility and its proposed extension is located in an area which is has a LCT known as a ‘Hills and Upland Areas’ and subsequently in LCA 2- ‘North Meath Lakelands’. This area has moderate landscape value and low landscape sensitivity. The land use in this area is primarily smallscale pastoral fields and small scale managed farmland. The settlement type has been identified as predominantly small villages with several medium to large villages. Rathe house equestrian centre outside Kilmainhamwood has been identified as a tourist facility. This is located approximately 2km to the south of the existing facility. Views and Prospects It is an objective in the Meath County Development Plan 2007-2013, ‘To provide adequate protection of views and vistas that contribute to the appreciation of landscape character’ (Ref Policy HER POL 85). To maintain scenic vistas and panoramic views from key vantage points and towards key landmarks and features within the landscape’ (Ref Policy HER POL 86). For inspection purposes only. Consent of copyright owner required for any other use. ‘To protect and enhance the visual qualities of rural areas through the sensitive design of necessary development’ (Ref Policy HER POL 89). There is one protected viewpoint as indicated in the Meath County Development Plan. This view from the R162 takes in the higher ground to the north east. The proposed extension to the composting facility would not be visible from this view. Protected Trees It is a policy of Meath County Council in the Meath County Development Plan to, ‘Seek to maintain and enhance the natural heritage amenity of the county by promoting the preservation and enhancement of native and semi-natural woodlands, groups of trees and individual trees’ (Ref Policy HER POL 29). 73 EPA Export 01-06-2010:03:55:54
5361- Kilmainhamwood Compost Facility Extension- EIS ‘To discourage the felling of mature trees to facilitate development and to encourage tree surgery rather than felling where possible’ (Ref Policy HER POL 31). Map 06 of the Landscape Character Assessment which forms part of Appendix VI of the Meath County Development 2007-2013 identifies measures trees. Trees identified include those adjacent to Newcastle Lough. These are located approximately southwest of the existing composting facility. Designated Areas It is policy in the Meath County Development Plan to ‘protect, conserve and enhance the County’s biodiversity and natural heritage including wildlife (flora & fauna), habitats, landscape features of importance to wildlife or which play a key role in the conservation and management of natural resources such as water‘ (Ref Policy HER POL1). There are designated sites are present within 5km of the site. The nearest site designated for conservation is Ballyhoe Lough proposed Natural Heritage Area (pNHA) which is located 5.3km to the northeast. Walking Routes It is set out in the Meath County Development Plan ‘that public rights of way which contribute generally to the amenities of the country and local areas will be protected and maintained’ (Ref Section 3.3.11). There are no designated walking routes located in proximity to the existing composting facility. 5.2.6 Material Assets Planning Permissions There are no live planning applications within the townland of Ballynalurgan (with the exception of the proposed development), Newcastle, Mullaghboy, Raloagha and Lisnagrow as of the 27 th April 2010. There are planning applications with Meath County Council for dwelling houses in the townlands of Ballynaclose and Carrickleck. 5.3 SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS For inspection purposes only. Consent of copyright owner required for any other use. Effects on Population The composting facility is not located in close proximity to any urban areas. The proposed extension of the facility will not negatively impact on any towns or villages. There are a number of dispersed dwellings in close proximity to the site. The composting facility will therefore operate under rigid guidelines to assure residential amenity is maintained. Traffic There are currently no cycle or pedestrian facilities in place on the R162. Due to the nature and rural location of the development, cycle lanes and pedestrian facilities are not considered to be necessary. 74 EPA Export 01-06-2010:03:55:54
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5361- Kilmainhamwood Compost Facility Extension- EIS<br />
Table 5.6 illustrates that Meath received over 140 thousand overseas visitors in 2008 generating<br />
revenue of €45 million for this year.<br />
Landscape Character<br />
Landscape Character Types (LCT’s) and Landscape Character Areas (LCA’s) are set out in Appendix<br />
VI of the Meath County Council Development Plan 2007-2013. LCT’s are generic areas of distinctive<br />
character which may occur in several places across the County. LCTs are used to categorise the more<br />
geographically specific LCA’s.<br />
The existing <strong>compost</strong> <strong>facility</strong> and its proposed extension is located in an area which is has a LCT known<br />
as a ‘Hills and Upland Areas’ and subsequently in LCA 2- ‘North Meath Lakelands’. This area has<br />
moderate landscape value and low landscape sensitivity. The land use in this area is primarily smallscale<br />
pastoral fields and small scale managed farmland. The settlement type has been identified as<br />
predominantly small villages with several medium to large villages.<br />
Rathe house equestrian centre outside Kilmainhamwood has been identified as a tourist <strong>facility</strong>. This is<br />
located approximately 2km to the south of the existing <strong>facility</strong>.<br />
Views and Prospects<br />
It is an objective in the Meath County Development Plan 2007-2013,<br />
‘To provide adequate protection of views and vistas that contribute to the appreciation of landscape<br />
character’ (Ref Policy HER POL 85).<br />
To maintain scenic vistas and panoramic views from key vantage points and towards key landmarks<br />
and features within the landscape’ (Ref Policy HER POL 86).<br />
For inspection purposes only.<br />
Consent of copyright owner required for any other use.<br />
‘To protect and enhance the visual qualities of rural areas through the sensitive design of necessary<br />
development’ (Ref Policy HER POL 89).<br />
There is one protected viewpoint as indicated in the Meath County Development Plan. This view from<br />
the R162 takes in the higher ground to the north east. The proposed extension to the <strong>compost</strong>ing<br />
<strong>facility</strong> would not be visible from this view.<br />
Protected Trees<br />
It is a policy of Meath County Council in the Meath County Development Plan to,<br />
‘Seek to maintain and enhance the natural heritage amenity of the county by promoting the<br />
preservation and enhancement of native and semi-natural woodlands, groups of trees and individual<br />
trees’ (Ref Policy HER POL 29).<br />
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