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permission for the development which consists of the alteration, extension and refurbishment of existing single-storey storage units, the construction of a new single- storey yard store, the installation of new timber panel fence to the northwest boundary, upgrade surface finishes to the yard area and designated car parking spaces, the installation of a new silt tank, oil water separator tank & stormwater infiltration system together with all associated and ancillary site works. Significant further information received relates to submitted Site layout plan, Traffic Impact report and Flood Risk Assessment
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed commercial development is fundamentally incompatible with the 'Existing Residential' land use zoning objective of the site as defined in the Monaghan County Development Plan 2025-2031.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is located on lands zoned as 'Existing Residential' where the primary objective is to protect and enhance residential amenity.
- The retention and construction of commercial storage units is not compatible with the established built character of the residential area.
- The development is contrary to the land use zoning objectives of the Monaghan County Development Plan 2025-2031 and would adversely impact the amenity of existing residential properties.