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Dec
Council rejects bid to open dog exercise area near Ripon
Council officials have rejected plans for a new dog exercise area near Ripon.
The proposal, which was lodged by Low Lindrick Farms, would have seen the scheme created on land off Galphay Lane in Studley Roger.
According to the plans, the site would have been changed from agricultural land to provide an enclosed dog walking and exercise area.
A 1.8 metre high perimeter fence, gates and timber shelter would have also been implement. Car parking was also proposed.
The developer said in its plans that the move would help diversify farm land.
It added:
In summary, the proposal represents a sustainable form of rural diversification that delivers clear economic, social, and environmental benefits.
The land of Galphay Lane.
However, North Yorkshire Council rejected the proposal on the grounds of noise.
In a decision notice, Martin Grainger, head of development management at the council, said the dog walking area had implications on nearby residents on Doublegates Avenue and a new development nearby.
He added:
It is acknowledged that the agent has submitted a noise management plan which seeks to mitigate levels of disturbance for nearby residents, and the council’s environmental health department have not objected.
However, many of the factors which may contribute to the differing levels of potential barking on site would be difficult to adequately control through the noise management plan, particularly at busier times, and as the site would be open to the public.
Therefore, on balance, it is not considered that any level of mitigation in instance could eliminate the issues which will likely arise regarding noise disturbance to nearby residents.
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