Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission because the site is appropriately zoned for residential use (R2/A2) under the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, constitutes a logical plan-led extension of Navan, and technical concerns regarding traffic and ecology can be mitigated by condition.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential development is acceptable as the site is appropriately zoned and forms part of a natural plan-led extension of Navan town.
- The proposed density, design, and layout are consistent with national guidelines (DMURS and Urban Design Manual) and will not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area.
- Infrastructural and environmental concerns, including traffic capacity, drainage (SuDS), and the protection of local wildlife (bats and badgers), have been adequately addressed or can be managed through planning conditions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy NAV OBK 7Zoning A2 - 'new residential'Zoning R2 - 'new residential'Masterplan area MP12Section 11.5.13Section 11.5.16
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the demolition of agricultural structures and the construction of 98 residential units (41 houses, 23 apartments, and duplexes) on a 3.07-hectare site at Ferganstown, approximately 2km east of Navan town centre. The site is situated in a rapidly developing suburban area and is served by the newly constructed LDR6 link road. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding project splitting to avoid EIAR, the validity of the private 'Masterplan 12', and potential traffic con...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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