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The development will consist of (a) 5 no. 1 bed detached glamping units each with private amenity space together with a communal amenity space to include open pergola and outdoor sauna unit. (b) 7 no. car parking spaces (c) Bicycle parking for 8 no. bicycles, (d) Service building with reception / office and utility room (e) Proprietary waste water treatment system and polishing filter, (f) BRE 365 attenuation area (g) Entrance, driveway and walkways together with all associated site works
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed glamping development was refused due to its inappropriate location in a constrained residential setting, failure to meet wastewater treatment standards, and the lack of an archaeological impact assessment despite its proximity to the Hill of Tara.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development represents an intensification of activity in a predominantly residential setting that would result in adverse impacts on neighboring amenities by way of noise, disturbance, and loss of privacy.
- The application failed to demonstrate that the site can cater for the safe and effective treatment and disposal of effluent in accordance with the 2021 EPA Code of Practice, which is considered prejudicial to public health.
- In the absence of an Archaeological Impact Assessment, the Planning Authority cannot determine that the development will not have a serious and adverse impact on the archaeological heritage character of the area, specifically regarding Recorded Monument ME031-013.