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the development will consist of 1. Demolition of the existing shed. 2. Subdivision of the existing site for the provision of three detached one and half storey three bedroom dormer style dwellings to be located to the rear of the existing site, with all associated boundary treatments, drainage, and mains services connections. 3. Vehicular access to the proposed dwellings will be provided via existing vehicular access existing onto Fairyhouse Road

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would create a traffic hazard due to substandard sightlines at the vehicular entrance and fails to provide a compliant surface water management system.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed shared vehicular entrance onto the R155 (Fairyhouse Road) lacks the required sightlines, which would result in a significant traffic hazard for road users.
  • The design of the surface water management system is inadequate and materially contravenes Policy INF POL 16 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
  • The application fails to provide necessary infrastructure for pedestrian safety and public lighting along the proposed private access roadway.

Cited Policies (CDP)

DM OBJ 12DM POL 4DM OBJ 43DM OBJ 15DM OBJ 16INF POL 16

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the demolition of an existing shed and the subdivision of a 0.147-hectare site at Ryle Cottage, Ratoath, to construct three detached 1.5-storey dwellings to the rear of the existing house. While the site is zoned 'A1 Existing Residential' and the principle of backland development is considered acceptable, the application was not granted in its current form. The primary grounds for the negative recommendation include critical safety concerns regarding substandard vehicular s...
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