Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the failure to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need, concerns regarding ribbon development and overdevelopment in an area under strong urban influence, and insufficient information regarding the site's suitability for wastewater treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to establish a genuine rural-generated housing need for a dwelling at this location, which is designated as an 'Area under Strong Urban Influence'.
- The proposed development would exacerbate ribbon development and result in the overdevelopment of a narrow rural landholding, negatively impacting the character and residential amenity of the area.
- Insufficient technical data was submitted to confirm the suitability of the site for a private effluent treatment system, posing a potential risk to public health and the environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 9WS POL 29WS POL 32RUR DEV SP 2Section 10.4Section 10.5.2Section 10.19
Decision Document Summary
Jamie Newman sought planning permission for a two-storey dormer house and a proprietary effluent treatment system at Fleenstown Great, Ashbourne, Co. Meath. The site is located in a rural area under strong urban influence where development is strictly controlled. Meath County Council refused the application because the applicant did not demonstrate a local housing need and the proposal was deemed to constitute overdevelopment that would contribute to undesirable ribbon development. Furthermore, ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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