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to construct a bungalow dwelling house, a domestic garage, an entrance to the public road, a waste water treatment system and percolation area to the EPA recommendation 2021, provision of a water well, together with all works ancillary to the overall development. (Previous Planning Reference KA/201981)

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate a location-specific rural housing need in a 'Structurally Weaker Area', leading to concerns regarding random rural development and encroachment on the rural environment.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a sufficient location-specific rural housing need as required for the 'Structurally Weaker Area' and 'Low Development Area' designations under the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
  • The proposed development would contribute to the encroachment of random rural development in an area where housing is restricted to those who are an intrinsic part of the rural community.
  • Granting permission would be contrary to Ministerial Guidelines and the strategic policies of the County Development Plan, specifically RUR DEV SP 2, undermining the preservation of the rural environment and the efficient provision of public services.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Strategic policy RUR DEV SP 2Section 11.14.3Section 9.2Section 9.3Section 9.4

Decision Document Summary

Declan Reilly sought planning permission to construct a single-story bungalow, domestic garage, and associated site works at Lurganboy, Dromone, Oldcastle, Co. Meath. The 0.31-hectare site is located in a rural area designated as a 'Structurally Weaker Area' and 'Low Development Area' within the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027. Meath County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant did not adequately demonstrate a location-specific rural housing need or an intrinsic...
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