Core Refusal Reason
Insufficient justification for the scale and agricultural necessity of the structure, alongside inadequate information regarding wastewater and manure management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a bona fide agricultural necessity for a structure of this scale (447sq.m) or provide evidence of active farming involvement on the subject site.
- The proposed medical and sensory facilities are considered more appropriate as an extension to the primary dwelling rather than within a large detached agricultural-style building.
- Insufficient technical information was provided regarding the management of farmyard manure and the capacity of the existing septic tank to accommodate additional loading.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.6.8Objective DM OBJ 62Chapter 9Chapter 11RA - Rural Area zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal seeks the retention and completion of a 447sq.m mixed-use structure containing stables, storage, and specialized medical/sensory rooms at Clyndale Moore, Hill of Down, Co. Meath. Although located in a 'Rural Area' (RA) zone, the Planning Authority determined that the applicant failed to provide a clear agricultural justification for the building's significant scale. Additionally, the inspector raised concerns regarding the appropriateness of the building's layout and the lack of evi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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