Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority recommended a deferral (Further Information) due to technical concerns regarding wastewater treatment suitability, lack of formal water supply consent, and insufficient landholding details in a visually sensitive landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority has significant concerns regarding the adequacy of the proposed wastewater treatment system and requires the reopening of trial holes to ensure compliance with the EPA Code of Practice 2021.
- The applicant failed to provide a signed consent letter for a domestic connection to the Arigna Regional Group Water Scheme, leaving the viability of the water supply unconfirmed.
- Insufficient information was submitted regarding the current agricultural use and future intent of the landholding, which is necessary to assess the impact on a 'Very High Value' landscape and determine the need for a Section 47 legal agreement.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.9Section 3.10Section 7.8Section 12.7Section 12.24Landscape Character Area 14Scenic View Extent V2
Decision Document Summary
The proposal seeks permission for a 284sqm single-storey dwelling and a mechanical effluent treatment unit at Dereenavoggy, Arigna, Co. Roscommon. The site is located within the 'Very High Value' Arigna Mountains landscape and a designated Scenic View Extent. While the principle of development is acceptable under the 'Remaining Rural Areas' policy, the Planning Authority recommended a request for Further Information. This is due to unresolved technical issues concerning wastewater management, th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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