Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to the unacceptable risk of groundwater contamination and potential adverse impacts on the Blackwater River SAC arising from an unsuitable wastewater treatment system in an area of extreme vulnerability.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The concentration of wastewater treatment systems in an area of extreme groundwater vulnerability poses an unacceptable risk to water quality and public health.
- The site's topography prevents the proposed wastewater treatment system from complying with the mandatory EPA Code of Practice 2021.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the development would not adversely impact the integrity of the nearby Blackwater River Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-23BE 15-2
Decision Document Summary
This planning application proposed the construction of a new dwelling house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Carrigacunna, Killavullen, Co. Cork. The local authority refused permission because the site is located in an area of extreme groundwater vulnerability where an over-concentration of septic systems already exists. Additionally, the site's topography was found to be incompatible with EPA standards for wastewater treatment, creating a risk to public health and the nearby Blackwat...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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