2660384
Retention and Permission: Retention permission is sought for the following use and works: a. Retention permission for 2no. modular structures utilised for habitable use and garden shed. The modular structures and garden shed are proposed to be retained until the proposed single storey dwelling and garage are habitable / completed. b. Retention of an existing effluent treatment system and percolation area; c. Retention of existing soakaway system. d. Retention of and alterations to the existing vehicular entrance and boundary treatments. Permission is sought for the following works: e. Permission for a new single storey dwelling house and garage; f. All additional required ancillary site development works
Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to its inappropriate backland location, failure to integrate into the rural landscape, and significant technical deficiencies regarding traffic safety, flood risk, drainage, and potential site contamination.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling constitutes inappropriate backland development that fails to integrate into the local landscape and would set an undesirable precedent for similar development in the open countryside.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that safe vehicular access could be achieved or that the site is not at risk of flooding and can adequately manage surface water and wastewater.
- Insufficient information was provided to address potential public health risks associated with historical site contamination, specifically the alleged presence of asbestos waste.