While appreciating the work that has been done on the areas deemed suitable for windfarm development questions do arise as to the inclusion of Area 22 – Duagh. The proximity to River Feale, the potential impact on biodiversity in bogs and woodlands and the number of residential properties in the area need to be reassessed.
Every opportunity should be given to persons to who have lived or worked in a locality for a period of 7 years to build their own home. The current connection to the area clause is too limiting here.
People from an area that may have had to move away for work or education should be allowed every opportunity to return to live and work in Kerry.