Core Refusal Reason
Lack of confirmed feasibility for connection to public water and wastewater infrastructure from Uisce Éireann.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to submit a Pre-Connection Enquiry to Uisce Éireann, leaving the feasibility of connecting to public water and wastewater infrastructure unverified.
- The development is considered premature pending a Confirmation of Feasibility, as required to ensure the protection and conservation of water sources.
- The proposal contravenes Cork County Development Plan 2022 policies which mandate that new developments within settlements must connect to public wastewater facilities with sufficient capacity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
WM 11-8WM 11-9
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of two detached dormer dwellings at Shanavoher, Bweeng, Mallow, Co. Cork. The application was refused by the local authority because the developer did not provide evidence from Uisce Éireann regarding the capacity of the local water and sewerage networks to serve the site. Without a Confirmation of Feasibility, the project was deemed premature and inconsistent with the Cork County Development Plan 2022 objectives WM 11-8 and WM 11-9, which prioritize sustai...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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