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The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, overturning the Planning Authority's refusal, on the basis that the sustainable reuse and extension of a vernacular building is supported by heritage policies and that the site can safely accommodate the required access and wastewater services.

• The renovation and extension of the vernacular cottage is consistent with County Development Plan policies favoring the conservation and viable reuse of traditional rural buildings, which can be exempted from standard rural housing need criteria.
• The proposed development utilizes an existing entrance on a road with a 60kmph speed limit and will not result in significant intensification of traffic or create a public safety hazard.
• Evidence provided in the Soil Characterisation and Site Suitability Assessment Report submitted with the appeal demonstrates that the site can effectively cater to the treatment and disposal of effluent in accordance with environmental standards.