Core Refusal Reason
The development is located in a flood risk area and the proposed access would facilitate flood flows.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development site is situated within an area identified as being at risk of flooding.
- The proposed access to the site would act as a conduit for future flood flows, increasing risk.
- The proposal is contrary to policy objective WM 11-16 of the Cork County Development Plan regarding flood management.
Cited Policies (CDP)
WM 11-16
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a storey and a half style dwelling at Blackpool, Curraglass, Mallow, Co. Cork. The Planning Authority refused the application primarily due to flood risk concerns. It was determined that the site's location and the specific design of the proposed access would create a conduit for floodwaters, which is inconsistent with the Cork County Development Plan's objectives for sustainable development and flood risk management....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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