Core Refusal Reason
The proposed wastewater treatment system is located on third-party lands in a seasonally waterlogged area, failing to meet EPA Code of Practice standards for separation distances and best practice.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed polishing filter is to be sited within a seasonally waterlogged or wetted area, which is contrary to the recommendations of Section 5.4.1 of the EPA Code of Practice.
- Locating wastewater treatment infrastructure on third-party lands outside the applicant's site boundary is not considered best practice.
- The development fails to achieve the required separation distances from the plant unit to properties and boundaries as outlined in Section 6.3 table 6.2 of the EPA Code of Practice.
Cited Policies (CDP)
3.153.15.1HO P27
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the installation of a new Sepcon BAF wastewater treatment system and polishing filter at Yew Tree House, Suncroft, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural townland surrounded by agricultural fields and residential properties. The Planning Authority issued a request for further information due to serious concerns regarding the unconventional proposal to locate the system on third-party lands at a significant distance from the dwelling. Furthermore, the Envi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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