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to construct a new dwelling house, a detached garage, new wastewater treatment system and polishing filter, alterations to an existing agricultural entrance and provision of a new vehicular entrance, and all associated site development works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 295.9 sqm and 49.5 sqm

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The proposed development provides an insufficient density of 9.5 units per hectare on zoned and serviced lands, which constitutes an inefficient use and underutilisation of the site contrary to the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 and national Ministerial Guidelines.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed density of 9.5 units per hectare is significantly below the 25-35 uph recommended for smaller towns and villages, representing an unsustainable use of zoned land.
  • While the development is acceptable in principle and maintains adequate separation distances (over 27m) to protect existing residential amenities, it fails to meet compact growth objectives.
  • The Inspector recommends refusal on the basis that the proposal is contrary to both the County Development Plan's core strategy and the 'Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas' guidelines.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 (MCDP 2021-2027)SH OBJ 3SH OBJ 10Zoning Objective A2 (New Residential)DM POL 5DM OBJ 14 (Density)Section 11.5.7 (Separation Distances)DM OBJ 18SUM POL 1SUM OBJ 01SUM OBJ 11 (ACA Character)SUM OBJ 12 (Tree Protection)SUM OBJ 14SUM OBJ 15

Decision Document Summary

The application seeks permission for 9 detached, two-storey, 4-bedroom houses on a 0.948ha greenfield site in the village of Summerhill, Co. Meath. The site is zoned 'A2 New Residential' and is located near the village center and the Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). Meath County Council originally granted permission, but this was appealed by third-party residents of Elm Grove who cited concerns regarding overlooking, overshadowing, and the removal of protected trees. The Inspector found th...
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