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to renovate and extend my existing dwelling to include in the renovation a new roof, bedroom and games room and in the extension a kitchen, dining, living room, utility, bathroom and hot press with 3 bedrooms, study and w.c. and to connect to the existing septic tank and percolation area with all ancillary site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to traffic safety hazards on the N5 national road, insufficient evidence regarding the adequacy of the wastewater treatment system, and a lack of information to conduct a proper Appropriate Assessment screening.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed entrance onto the N5 national strategic route would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard and obstructing road users, in contravention of Policy CPO 5.15.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that the existing septic tank and percolation area could adequately manage the increased wastewater load, which could be prejudicial to public health and cause environmental pollution.
  • In the absence of sufficient information, the Planning Authority could not conclude that the development would not adversely affect the integrity of nearby European sites, specifically Brown Bog SAC.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 4.31CPO 4.41CPO 12.62DMS 16.81CPO 5.15

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Brian Stokes, proposed to renovate and extend an existing 49sqm dwelling at Lissanurlan, Longford, to create a 188sqm four-bedroom residence. The site is located on the N-5 National Road in an area under urban influence. Longford County Council refused permission primarily because the development would intensify traffic on a high-speed national route, lacked a Site Characterisation Assessment for wastewater treatment, and failed to provide enough data to rule out significant ecolo...
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