Core Refusal Reason
While the Planning Authority refused permission due to intensification concerns on a small site with poor soil, the Inspector recommends a Grant of Permission, concluding that a single-family occupancy with a tertiary wastewater system is technically viable and an environmental improvement.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal is for a single-family residence which does not represent an unacceptable intensification of the 0.22ha site compared to previous multi-unit applications.
- The proposed tertiary wastewater treatment system is technically adequate, complies with EPA 2021 standards, and provides an environmental gain over the existing outdated septic tank.
- The architectural design sensitively integrates modern extensions with the vernacular character of the original dwelling, maintaining its historic fabric and symmetry.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 4.7Section 3.6.6Section 3.2Section 3.4Section 6.2.6Section 8.3
Decision Document Summary
The application involves the refurbishment and extension (170m2) of a vernacular dwelling in Ballymoney village, including a new 25m2 garage and a tertiary wastewater treatment plant. The Planning Authority originally refused permission citing concerns that the development would result in significant intensification on a site with poor drainage. However, the Inspector notes that this current proposal is for a single-family home, unlike previous refused schemes for two dwellings on the same site....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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