Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to inadequate provision of pedestrian infrastructure, failure to demonstrate the feasibility of public utility connections, and non-compliance with Part V social housing requirements.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a revised site layout incorporating a 2m footpath to ensure safe pedestrian linkage between the site and village facilities.
- No Certificate of Feasibility from Irish Water was submitted, rendering the Planning Authority unable to assess the impact on public health regarding water and sewerage connections.
- The proposal does not comply with Part V of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) regarding social and affordable housing, nor was a Section 97 Certificate of Exemption provided.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the erection of two fully serviced dwelling houses in a cluster at Ballygillistown, The Leap. The proposal was refused by the Planning Authority because it lacked essential infrastructure and documentation, specifically a required 2m footpath for village connectivity and a Certificate of Feasibility for Irish Water connections. Furthermore, the applicant failed to address statutory Part V social housing obligations. In the absence of these details, the deve...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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