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development consisting of the demolition of derelict sheds, provide new yard area, build new bathroom, and a new entrance door. Provide new metal gate to match existing in rebuilt yard wall and all necessary ancillary works. The building is on R.P.S no 216SE

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The proposal is materially contrary to the 'Enterprise and Employment' zoning objective and fails to demonstrate adequate residential amenity or environmental protection.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed residential use is materially contrary to the 'Enterprise and Employment' zoning objective of the Westmeath County Development Plan 2021-2027, representing ad-hoc and piecemeal development.
  • The application fails to demonstrate that the dwelling would provide an appropriate level of amenity for occupants regarding daylight, sunlight, and protection from emissions from the surrounding industrial uses.
  • Insufficient information was submitted to ensure the development would not result in adverse effects on the Natura 2000 network, groundwater quality, or provide adequate fire safety means of escape.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 3Chapter 58.68.6.710.510.910.1010.1210.1310.16Chapter 1112.712.815.215.10Table 15.116.3CPO 15.7

Decision Document Summary

Tulway Ltd sought permission for the change of use of an existing office building to a five-bedroom residential dwelling at Milltownpass, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. The site is situated within the Wright Windows industrial complex on lands zoned for 'Enterprise and Employment'. Westmeath County Council refused the application because residential use is incompatible with the site's zoning, the location within an active factory environment offers poor residential amenity, and the applicant failed t...
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