20230501

Permission for Retention of the construction of an existing unauthorised single

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to insufficient technical information regarding water infrastructure and a failure to demonstrate compliance with environmental regulations for agricultural waste management.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide necessary technical drawings and feasibility confirmation for connection to the public water mains.
  • There is a lack of detailed information regarding agricultural activities and the management of effluent generated on-site.
  • The development fails to meet statutory water protection regulations (S.I. No. 113 of 2022), posing a significant risk of water pollution and public health concerns.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought retention permission for an existing unauthorised structure at Cahore. The local authority refused the application because the applicant did not provide adequate details on water supply connections or a comprehensive account of agricultural activities. Crucially, the submission failed to demonstrate that the management of slurry and soiled water from the farmyard and dung stead complies with the European Union (Good Agricultural Practice for Protection of Waters) Regulations ...
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