Monymusk Conservation Area, Meelaherragh Road and the Owenanare River, Meelaherragh, Kanturk, Co. Cork.

The Crann Centre is applying for planning permission for development consisting of river restoration works at the Crann Conservation Area in a site located between the Meelaherragh Road and the Owenanare River in the townland of Meelaherragh, Kanturk, Co. Cork. The development consists of the following works: (i) introduction of a vegetated swale (ditch) in the semi-improved grassland field adjacent to the Owenanare River; (ii) construction of a wetland scrape (shallow pond); (iii) construction low mounds within the river floodplain; and (iv) placement of tree root plates abutting into the river channel to help regulate flow. All works are aimed at improving water quality and biodiversity. The proposed development includes associated temporary development works including a temporary compound area and temporary access which will be in use for the duration of the works. A Natura Impact Statement will be submitted to the Planning Authority with the application.

Permission for (i) Introduction of a vegetated swale (ditch) in semi-improved grassland field adjacent to the Owenanare River; (ii) Construction of a wetland scrape (shallow pond); (iii) Construction low mounds within the river floodplain; and (iv) Placement of one or more trees with root plates intact within the river channel, all works which are aimed at improving water quality and biodiversity. The proposed development includes associated temporary development works including a temporary compound area and temporary access which will be in use for the duration of the works. A Natura Impact Statement will be submitted to the Planning Authority with the application.

Permission for the provision of a care and equestrian facility development. The construction of a respite building, residential building, pedestrian bridge, stable block, covered lunging ring, the change of use of existing dwelling to canteen & store, refurbishment of existing stable blocks to include toilet facilities, the provision of play area, car park, equestrian riding circuit, sensory trails, walkways, installation of wastewater treatment systems, polishing filters, site lighting, revisions to existing entrance, provision of a new vehicular entrance and all ancillary site works. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) will be submitted to the Planning Authority with the application

Permission for the construction of a respite building, residential building, pedestrian bridge, stable block, covered lunging ring, The change of use of existing dwelling to canteen, refurbishment of existing stable blocks to include toilet facilities, the provision of play area, car park, equestrian riding circuit, sensory trails, walkways, installation of wastewater treatment systems, polishing filters, site lighting, revisions to existing entrance, provision of a new vehicular entrance, and all ancillary site works. An appropriate assessment (AA) screening report and Natura Impact Statement (NIS) is submitted with this applciation

Provision of a Care and Equestrian Facility. Development will comprise the construction of a respite building, residential building, stable block, covered lunging ring, the change of use of existing dwelling to café, refurbishment of existing stable blocks to include toilet facilities, the provision of play area, car park, equestrian riding circuit, sensory trails, installation of a wastewater treatment system, polishing filter, site lighting and all ancillary site works.

Revisions to the permitted frequency and duration of seasonal operation of the permitted nature / conservation visit use (under Pl.Ref.20/6830) of a horse riding track area previously permitted under Pl.Ref.17/4281. Permission is also sought for an unrestricted duration of the life of permission for the nature / conservation use.