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the change of use and conversion of an existing detached domestic garage to a two bedroom dormer dwelling, together with all associated elevational alterations, internal modifications, connection to existing services, site works, landscaping, and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes an unjustified second dwelling in a rural area under strong urban influence, lacking adequate wastewater treatment evidence and safe road access specifications.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a demonstrable economic or social need for a second dwelling on the landholding, which would result in overdevelopment and contribute to urban-generated housing pressure in a rural area under strong urban influence.
- The application failed to demonstrate adequate wastewater treatment arrangements, relying on an outdated 2014 assessment that does not comply with the current EPA Code of Practice (2021), thereby posing a risk of pollution.
- The proposed development is considered premature and a potential traffic hazard as the applicant failed to provide adequate sightline drawings or entrance geometry details to ensure safe access onto the R-392 Regional Road.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 1616.4.57 Rural HousingDMS 16.82DMS 16.83DMS 16.84DMS 16.86DMS 16.87DMS 16.90
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the conversion of an existing detached domestic garage into a standalone two-bedroom dormer dwelling at Forgney, Ballymahon, Co. Longford. The site is located along the R-392 in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' and already contains a primary residence permitted to the applicant. Longford County Council refused the proposal on the grounds that it represents an unjustified intensification of residential use without a proven rura...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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