Core Refusal Reason
Inadequate wastewater treatment arrangements for the existing dwelling on the subdivided site, preventing the verification of safe separation distances required by the EPA Code of Practice.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development involves the subdivision of a site where the existing dwelling is currently served by a sub-standard wastewater treatment system.
- A new wastewater treatment proposal for the existing dwelling must be submitted and approved prior to the consideration of a new house to ensure compliance with EPA Code of Practice separation distances.
- The proposal conflicts with Policy Objective RP 5-23 of the Cork County Development Plan and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-23
Decision Document Summary
The applicant proposed the construction of a two-storey split-level dwelling, domestic garage, and sewerage system at Curraleigh, Inniscarra, Co. Cork. The planning authority refused the application primarily because the proposal involved subdividing a plot where the original house utilizes a sub-standard wastewater system. It was determined that a compliant wastewater solution for the existing residence must be secured first to ensure that the new development can maintain the mandatory separati...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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