Core Refusal Reason
The proposed wastewater treatment system is intended to serve a derelict structure that is not considered an established habitable dwelling, making the application for a standalone system premature and contrary to rural housing policy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that an established habitable dwelling exists on the site to warrant the installation of a new wastewater treatment system.
- The proposed development in isolation from an established dwelling is considered premature and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the rural area.
- The proposal fails to protect the unspoiled natural environment of the Carlingford and Feede Mountains Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) as required by Policy Objective NBG 36.
Cited Policies (CDP)
NBG 36HOU 40HOU 41IU 16IU 17IU 18Chapter 3Chapter 1313.9.813.9.17
Decision Document Summary
Jane Coyle sought permission for a wastewater treatment system and percolation area to serve a derelict dwellinghouse at Mullaghattin, Riverstown, Dundalk. The site is located within Rural Policy Zone 1 and the Carlingford and Feede Mountains Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Louth County Council refused the application because the existing structure on-site is a derelict stone ruin rather than a habitable dwelling. Consequently, the provision of a wastewater system in isolation, without a con...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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