Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to significant information deficits regarding flood risk, drainage, and access, alongside non-compliance with rural housing policies and inaccurate documentation for a structure used as habitable accommodation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with rural housing and extension standards, providing inaccurate plans for a structure currently used as habitable accommodation.
- There is a critical lack of technical information regarding site-specific flood risk, drainage capabilities, and safe access requirements, posing risks to public health and safety.
- The absence of Irish Water feasibility confirmation and failure to meet specific County Development Plan objectives renders the proposal contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 1 Chapter 4, Objective 4.9.4Table 4.7Volume 2, Section 3.1Section 1.5.3, Volume 2Objective FRM 08Section 9.11.10 (Volume 1)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of an existing shed structure at Oldhall, Bridgetown, and permission for its alteration and extension. The Planning Authority refused the proposal on multiple grounds, primarily citing the unauthorized use of the structure as habitable accommodation and the failure to meet rural housing standards. Furthermore, the site's proximity to a watercourse and history of flooding necessitated a site-specific flood risk assessment which was not provided, and significa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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