Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was deemed to have an inappropriate design regarding height and proportions, alongside insufficient technical data to evaluate flood risk and drainage on the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling design features a disproportionate roof-to-wall ratio and a ridge height of 6.7 meters, which significantly exceeds the 5-meter maximum recommended for single-storey structures in the Meath Rural House Design Guide.
- Insufficient information was provided to accurately assess the flood risk, as the site is partially located within Flood Zones A and B, and the submitted Site Specific Flood Risk Assessment lacked clear comparative level data against critical flood levels.
- A lack of detailed topographical information, including invert levels and drainage system details for the site and nearby watercourse, prevents a comprehensive evaluation of the development's impact and sustainability.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
This application seeks permission for a single-storey dwelling, detached garage, and proprietary wastewater treatment system at Corporationland, Trim, Co. Meath. The site is situated in a rural area under strong urban influence and lies within the Boyne Valley River and Estuary corridor, a highly sensitive landscape also subject to flood risk. Although the applicant established a local housing need, the Planning Authority identified significant concerns regarding the dwelling's excessive height ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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