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(1) retention permission to retain the change of use of part of the existing storage building to residential accommodation, roller doors to the existing storage area at the southern side, and (2) planning permission to decommission the existing septic tank and install a mechanical wastewater treatment system and raised polishing filter

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to the site's location in a high-risk flood zone, the applicant's failure to demonstrate a rural housing need, and public health concerns regarding on-site wastewater treatment in a sensitive coastal area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed residential development is located within Flood Zone A, making it highly vulnerable to flood risk and contrary to the 'Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines 2009'.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural housing need in accordance with Objective KCDP 5-15 for a site designated as a Rural Area under Urban Influence.
  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that effluent can be safely disposed of on-site given the specific soil conditions and the site's immediate proximity to the shoreline, posing a risk to public health.

Cited Policies (CDP)

KCDP 5-15KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought retention permission to convert part of an existing storage building into a three-bedroom residence and permission to install a new wastewater treatment system at a coastal site in Dooaghs, Glenbeigh. The site is located in a highly sensitive environment near Castlemaine Harbour and is designated as Flood Zone A. The proposal was refused because residential use is inappropriate in a high-risk flood zone, the applicant did not establish a functional rural housing need under t...
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