Core Refusal Reason
The retention of a modular bungalow was refused due to its failure to integrate with the rural character of the area and unresolved technical concerns regarding the suitability of the effluent treatment system.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The retention of the modular bungalow would be contrary to Policy RCP 1, which seeks to protect the rural character of the landscape from detrimental visual impacts.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient information to satisfy the Environmental Health Officer regarding the technical suitability of the existing filter unit and proposed percolation area.
- The development does not comply with the design guidelines for rural housing as set out in Table 15.4 of the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 2.8.2Section 3.6Section 15.16Section 15.16.1Section 15.17Table 15.4Section 15.18Section 15.19Section 15.24Section 15.27Section 15.30Section 15.34Policy HLP13Policy RCP 1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Ian Miller, sought permission to retain a modular bungalow and associated site works, including a new percolation area and site entrance, at Monintin, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan. The site is located in a Category 2 rural area where rural housing need is not strictly required. However, Monaghan County Council refused permission because the modular design fails to harmonize with the rural character of the area and the applicant did not provide sufficient technical information to confirm...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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