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Dhá thig cónaithe a thógáil, aonad uisce truillithe agus obair suíomhe chuI, agus dhá dabhach séarchais a bhaineann le dhá thig sa timpeallacht a bhaint as úsáid, agus na tithe seo a cheangailt isteach san aonad uisce thuillithe nua. Construction of two number dwelling houses, wastewater water treatment system and all associated site development works also permission for the decommissioning of existing septic tanks for two adjacent dwelling houses and re-connection to the proposed wastewater system.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed wastewater treatment system fails to comply with EPA guidance and Cork County Council policy, posing a risk to public health and groundwater quality.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal for wastewater treatment does not comply with EPA guidance or Cork County Council policy requiring separate treatment systems for individual dwellings.
  • The development fails to meet the standards set out in the EPA Wastewater Treatment Manuals for small communities, business centres, leisure centres, and hotels.
  • The proposed development would be prejudicial to public health and creates a risk of groundwater pollution, contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

This planning application proposed the construction of two dwelling houses and a wastewater treatment unit at Baile Iarthach Thuaidh on Cape Clear Island, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the application because the proposed wastewater management strategy did not adhere to EPA standards or local policy regarding the treatment of single dwellings. Specifically, the shared or non-compliant nature of the system was deemed a threat to public health and groundwater safety, making the development...
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