2443118

Permission for the construction of 9 no. 2 storey dwelling houses, consisting of 8 semi-detached dwellings and 1 detached dwelling, amendments to the constructed roads and footpaths and services as permitted under Cork County Council Reg. Ref. 15/6777, with the addition of 8 shared carparking spaces to serve 4 of the dwellings, new boundary treatments, the decommissioning of an existing storm water outfall connection, connection of the development to existing services, and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development is premature due to insufficient capacity at the Killeens Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development is considered premature pending future capacity upgrades at the Killeens Wastewater Treatment Plant.
  • There is no clear timeframe for when the existing wastewater infrastructure constraints may reasonably be expected to cease.
  • The proposal would be prejudicial to public health and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

Coleman New Homes sought permission for the construction of 9 two-storey dwellings (8 semi-detached and 1 detached) at Gleann Iris, Rathpeacon, Killeens, Cork, including amendments to previously permitted infrastructure and services. Cork City Council refused the application because the local wastewater treatment plant lacks the capacity to accommodate the additional development. The planning authority concluded that the proposal is premature and would negatively impact public health until neces...
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