25/4449

Permission for the renovation and extension of the existing cottage, the construction of a new vehicular access and front boundary wall, demolition of an external toilet structure attached to side of the existing house and removal of the existing cesspit, construction of a new wastewater treatment system, new retaining wall and all associated works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development conflicts with 'Open Space' zoning objectives and fails to meet wastewater treatment standards, posing risks to public health and the environment.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal contravenes zoning objectives CS-GC-07 and ZU 18-13, which protect 'Open Space' for landscape, amenity, and Green Infrastructure purposes.
  • Granting permission would establish a poor precedent for the piecemeal erosion of protected open space by incorporating it into private residential curtilages.
  • The proposed wastewater disposal system does not comply with the EPA Code of Practice, resulting in an unacceptable risk of groundwater pollution and prejudice to public health.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CS-GC-07ZU 18-13RP 5-23

Decision Document Summary

This application proposed the renovation and extension of an existing cottage at Ballinluska, Myrtleville, Co. Cork. The Planning Authority refused the development because it encroaches upon land zoned for 'Open Space' intended to protect the views and amenity of Myrtleville Bay, which does not support Green Infrastructure. Furthermore, the development failed to demonstrate a safe method of foul effluent disposal in accordance with the EPA Code of Practice, leading to concerns regarding groundwa...
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