Core Refusal Reason
The application was not granted due to the site's location within a high-risk flood zone (Flood Zone A) without a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment, and concerns regarding the achievement of safe sightlines without excessive hedgerow removal.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located within Flood Zone A and B, and the applicant failed to submit a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment (SFRA) to demonstrate that the development is not at risk and will not increase flood risk elsewhere.
- The proposed sightlines of 120m are considered excessive and would result in the undesirable removal of a significant stretch of mature hedgerow, whereas 90m sightlines are required.
- The applicant failed to indicate the proposed finishes for the 99.875sqm domestic garage, preventing a complete assessment of the development's visual impact.
Cited Policies (CDP)
National Policy Objective 19National Policy Objective 20Appendix 7 of the Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027Map 4.1 of the Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027Map 2.10 of the Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027Laois Roads & Parking Standards 2007
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a two-storey and a half dwelling, a domestic garage, and a wastewater treatment system on a 0.337ha site at Cloonagh More, Clonaslee, Co. Laois. While the site is located in a 'Structurally Weak Area' where residential development is generally accommodated, the Planning Authority recommended seeking Further Information. The decision is based on the site's location within a critical flood zone (Flood Zone A) and the lack of a site-specific Flood Risk Asse...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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