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Retention and completion of an existing partially constructed single storey dwelling house and full permission for revisions to the existing vehicular entrance and all associated site development works. The dwelling and entrance were originally granted planning permission under planning reference number 18712 (Permission sought for alterations and extension to an existing single storey cottage, demolition of an existing outbuilding, new vehicular entrance, wastewater treatment unit and percolation area). Note all foul and surface water drainage details as per those granted and installed on foot of planning reference number 18712
Core Refusal Reason
The unauthorized demolition of a vernacular cottage removed the policy basis for the original refurbishment permission, resulting in an unjustified replacement dwelling that fails to meet rural housing need criteria and lacks adequate wastewater certification.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient technical evidence to justify the demolition of the original vernacular dwelling, rendering the current proposal an unjustified replacement dwelling in a rural area.
- The development does not comply with the Rural Housing Need Criteria applicable to Rural Policy Zone 2 of the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- Insufficient information was provided to confirm that the wastewater treatment system complies with the EPA Code of Practice 2021, posing a risk to water quality and the integrity of nearby European sites.