2560403

Retention permission for a single storey dwelling, a single storey domestic garage / store, new vehicular entrance and all associated site works. The development seeking permission consists of removal of existing septic tank and provision of a new effluent treatment system with percolation area, soakaways and all associated site development works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development is considered unacceptable due to its prominent visual impact on an elevated site within a sensitive landscape, inadequate traffic safety sightlines, and insufficient technical information regarding wastewater and surface water management.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The dwelling and associated works are located on an elevated, exposed site within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, resulting in an unduly prominent and obtrusive feature that fails to integrate into the rural landscape.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that safe access with required visibility sightlines can be achieved without the excessive removal of mature hedgerows on lands outside their control, posing a traffic hazard.
  • There is insufficient technical information to ensure that the proposed wastewater treatment and surface water disposal systems will not adversely impact public health, groundwater quality, or the conservation objectives of nearby European sites.

Cited Policies (CDP)

HOU 41HOU 42HOU 47Section 13.9.4Section 13.9.14Table 13.13IU 18IU 19NGB 3Section 3.17.4Table 3.4

Decision Document Summary

Megan Mullen sought retention permission for a single-storey dwelling, garage, and vehicular entrance, along with permission for a new wastewater treatment system at Feede Ravensdale, Dundalk. The site is located in Rural Policy Zone 1, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and High Scenic Quality. Louth County Council refused the application because the development is visually obtrusive on an elevated site, fails to meet traffic safety standards for visibility at the entrance, and...
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