Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to non-compliance with rural design standards regarding visual impact and the exacerbation of ribbon development in an area designated as being under strong urban influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development fails to comply with the Meath Rural House Design Guide as the layout and required hedgerow removal would create a visually obtrusive feature that cannot be satisfactorily assimilated into the landscape.
- The proposal would exacerbate an existing pattern of ribbon development and linear housing along a short section of public road, leading to an excessive concentration of residential development.
- The development is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it fails to maintain the identity of rural settlements in an area designated as being under strong urban influence.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027Section 9.4Section 9.5Section 2.3 of Meath Rural House Design GuideRD POL 9Appendix 13 Rural Design Guide
Decision Document Summary
Niall Shanahan sought permission for a single-story dwelling, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system at Bullstown, Donaghmore, Ashbourne, Co. Meath. The site is located in a rural area under strong urban influence. While the applicant met the local housing need criteria, Meath County Council refused the application because the proposed layout required extensive hedgerow removal, creating a visually obtrusive feature. Furthermore, the council determined that the house would constitute t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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