Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to public health risks from inadequate wastewater treatment capacity, traffic safety hazards on a sharp bend, and the consolidation of existing unauthorised commercial works on the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the site contains adequate sub-soil to safely treat wastewater effluent in accordance with EPA standards, posing a significant risk to water quality and public health.
- The proposed entrance is located on the outside of a sharp bend with restricted sightlines, which would lead to an intensification of traffic and create a hazard for road users.
- The proposed development would facilitate and consolidate existing unauthorised commercial structures and activities on the site, which is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the rural area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP4.9CDP14.3CDP15.3CDP15.12Section 5.13Section 34(13)
Decision Document Summary
C O'Donoghue applied for permission to construct a new dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system on a 0.3-hectare site at Ballyveskil, Tiermaclane, Co. Clare. The site is located within a rural cluster and currently contains unauthorised commercial buildings and bus storage. Clare County Council refused the application because the site's poor soil percolation makes it unsuitable for wastewater treatment, the proposed access on a dangerous bend creates traffic safety risks, and the projec...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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