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to construct a new extension to an exisitng cottage, minor demolition work to exisitng cottage, refurbishment of existing cottage, new effluent treatment system

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to potential adverse impacts on the Kilkieran Bay and Islands SAC, inappropriate design and scale relative to the existing vernacular cottage in a sensitive landscape, and inadequate evidence for safe wastewater disposal.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Planning Authority could not rule out adverse impacts on the integrity of the Kilkieran Bay and Islands SAC due to the site's direct hydrological connection and unresolved concerns regarding wastewater disposal.
  • The proposed extension's scale, height, and design are considered out of character with the existing vernacular cottage and would negatively impact the visual amenities of the Class 3 Special Landscape Sensitivity area.
  • The applicant failed to provide updated site characterisation or trial hole testing, meaning the safe disposal of domestic effluent could not be guaranteed in accordance with EPA standards, posing a risk to public health.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective NHB 4Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective FL 1Policy Objective LCM 2Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective AH 5DM Standard 4DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 26DM Standard 28DM Standard 30DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 67

Decision Document Summary

Liam O’Flatharta sought permission for a substantial extension and refurbishment of an existing cottage at Bantrach Ard, Cill Chiaráin, a coastal site within a Class 3 Special Landscape Sensitivity area. The proposal included a new effluent treatment system and minor demolition works. The application was refused because the Planning Authority determined that the extension was disproportionate and unsympathetic to the original dwelling's character. Furthermore, due to the site's proximity to the ...
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