2360421
for the construction of a residential development consisting of 49 no. houses, together with ancillary works in the townlands of Baunmore and Gortnahown. The development will consist of the construction of: 18 no. 4 bed semi-detached (2 storey) houses, 10 no. 3 bed semi-detached (2 storey) houses, 13 no. 3 bed terraced (2 storey) houses, 3 no. 4 bed detached houses, 5 no. 2 bed terraced houses. The proposed development will also include for; The demolition of a shed ruin on site, provision of public open space areas (including a playground), private open space areas, bicycle parking, footpaths, public lighting, ESB Sub station, landscaping and revised boundary treatments. Provision of carparking including ducting to all spaces for future EV charging points; Provision of an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing to traverse the L-31232 county road, connection to existing mains water infrastructure and foul drainage networks including on site surface water attenuation to serve the development, together with all associated site works and services. A Natura Impact Statement will be submitted to the planning authority with this application
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is premature pending the delivery and completion of critical wastewater infrastructure, specifically the Páirc na hAbhainn Waste Water Pumping Station required under the Athenry Waste Water Network project.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The appeal site is appropriately zoned 'Residential (Phase 1)' under the Athenry Local Area Plan 2024-2030, thereby addressing the Planning Authority's initial concerns regarding sequential development and compact growth.
- The proposed density of 27 units per hectare (net) and the overall design layout are considered acceptable and consistent with the Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Settlements Guidelines.
- Notwithstanding the suitability of the site and design, the development cannot proceed at this time as it is premature pending the completion of necessary wastewater pumping infrastructure expected in 2025.