Core Refusal Reason
The development fails to comply with 'family flat' standards due to its detached nature and lack of internal connectivity, combined with insufficient evidence regarding wastewater treatment capacity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is a detached structure that lacks direct internal access to the main house, failing to meet the mandatory criteria for a 'family flat' under DM OBJ 49.
- The applicant failed to provide necessary information regarding the intended occupants to demonstrate a genuine housing need as required by policy DM POL 15.
- Insufficient technical documentation was submitted to prove that the existing septic tank and percolation area can accommodate the increased loading from the additional habitable space.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 9Chapter 11DM POL 15DM OBJ 49
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for the conversion and extension of a detached garage into domestic accommodation (intended as a family flat) at Drumgill, Kingscourt, Co. Meath. While the principle of development is acceptable in this rural-zoned area, the Planning Authority found the proposal non-compliant with the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027. Specifically, the structure is detached from the primary residence and lacks the required internal link, effectively creating an un...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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