Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate that the existing wastewater treatment system is adequate to serve the proposed extension, posing a risk to public health.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a technical report from a qualified person assessing the capacity and condition of the existing septic tank and percolation area.
- There is a lack of evidence, including photographic documentation of exploratory works, to confirm the system's suitability for the increased effluent load.
- The proposed development is considered prejudicial to public health due to the potential for inadequate effluent treatment and disposal.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves an extension to an existing two-bedroom dwelling located at Tomfarney, Clonroche. The application was refused by the local authority primarily due to the absence of technical data regarding the site's wastewater treatment capabilities. Specifically, the applicant did not submit a comprehensive assessment of the existing septic tank and percolation area, leaving the planning authority unable to verify if the system could accommodate the additional load without risking public...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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