Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the failure to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need, significant flood risk concerns (Flood Zone A), and inappropriate access onto a national secondary road (N51).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need as required for a 'Strong Rural Area' under the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The proposed development is located within a high-risk flood zone (Flood Zone A) and lacked a necessary 'Justification Test' to ensure safety and suitability.
- The proposed access onto the N51 national secondary road would create an undesirable precedent and conflict with policies aimed at safeguarding the capacity and safety of the national road network.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 4RD POL 5Section 9.4MOV POL 24MOV POL 33INF OBJ 21RD POL 36RD POL 37
Decision Document Summary
Laura Smith sought permission for a two-storey dwelling, detached garage, and proprietary sewage treatment system at Rathconny, Athboy, Co. Meath. The site is located in a 'Strong Rural Area' and is partially situated within Flood Zone A. Meath County Council refused the application because the applicant did not sufficiently prove a local housing need, failed to address significant flood risks with a Justification Test, and proposed a new entrance that would negatively impact the safety and effi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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