Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate that the site can satisfactorily treat and dispose of domestic effluent in accordance with EPA standards, specifically regarding separation distances from wastewater systems on adjacent lands.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide requested details regarding the location of existing wastewater and drainage systems on adjacent lands, preventing a full assessment of separation distances.
- The planning authority is not satisfied that the restricted site size (0.1227 ha) is sufficient to accommodate the proposed effluent treatment system in compliance with EPA Code of Practice standards.
- The proposed development would be prejudicial to public health and poses an unacceptable risk to water quality and the conservation objectives of nearby protected European sites.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 13 - Development Management StandardsSection 13.4 Rural Residential ConsiderationsObjective WW5Design Guidelines for the Single Rural House
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of an existing dwelling house and extension (119.05 sqm) along with the replacement of a septic tank with a new treatment system at Glassillaun, Connemara, within a Class 5 Area of Unique Scenic Amenity. While the physical structure was considered acceptable in principle, the application was refused following a further information request. The applicant could not demonstrate that the sub-standard site size could safely accommodate effluent disposal while mai...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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