Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to substandard vehicular access and the presence of an unauthorized secondary access point within a 'Category 2' rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing vehicular access from the Local Secondary Road is considered substandard for the proposed development.
- The site contains an alleged unauthorised second vehicular access from a shared private laneway to the rear of the property.
- The proposal for a family flat extension and mobile home retention was assessed as inappropriate within the 'Category 2- Remaining Rural Area' zoning context.
Cited Policies (CDP)
MCDP 2019-2025Category 2- Remaining Rural Area
Decision Document Summary
Gary and Nicola Boylan sought planning permission for a single-storey family flat extension to the rear of an existing dwelling and the retention of a mobile home for a temporary period at Terrygreeghan, Doohamlet, Co. Monaghan. The 0.4Ha site is located in a 'Category 2- Remaining Rural Area' as defined by the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025. Monaghan County Council refused the application, primarily citing concerns regarding the substandard nature of the existing vehicular access an...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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