23/6518
Permission for the proposed construction of a residential development of 62 no. dwelling houses and all ancillary works. The proposed development consists of 4 no. detached housing units, 34 no. semi-detached housing units, and 24 no. terraced housing units. Ancillary site works include the provision of all associated site landscaping, public open spaces, a new public footpath (connecting to Masseytown Road via Cornmills) and servicing proposals. Vehicular access to the proposed development will be provided by a new entrance from the Mill Road.
Core Planning Reasoning
The development is recommended for a grant of permission because the site is appropriately zoned for residential use, the proposed density and housing mix align with national guidelines for compact settlement, and environmental concerns regarding wastewater and water quality are addressed by ongoing infrastructure upgrades and robust site-specific mitigation measures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential development is acceptable as the site is zoned for such use and the proposed density of 34 units/ha is consistent with the Sustainable Residential Development & Compact Settlements Guidelines.
- Concerns regarding the existing overload at the Macroom WWTP are mitigated by confirmed capital upgrade works due for completion in 2025, with conditions recommended to ensure connections only occur once capacity is available.
- Appropriate Assessment and Water Framework Directive screenings conclude that the development will not significantly impact European sites or water quality, provided the proposed SuDS and construction management plans are strictly implemented.