Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a 'Stronger Urban Influence' area, and the development poses significant public health risks regarding water supply and wastewater management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant did not provide sufficient evidence of a rural-generated housing need as required by Objectives SUI01 and SUI03 for areas under 'Stronger Urban Influence'.
- The proximity of the septic tank to an existing well, which serves a neighboring property via a legal wayleave, creates unacceptable public health risks and potential water contamination.
- The development is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, failing to meet the criteria for rural housing and environmental protection set out in the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective SUI01Objective SUI03Section 12.13.2.2Section 12.13.2.3Section 12.13.2.4Section 12.13.2.6Section 12.13.2.7Section 12.13.2.10RH 01RH 07
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for a 2-bedroom log dwelling, septic tank, and associated site works in the rural townland of Grellagh, Co. Cavan. The site is situated within a 'Stronger Urban Influence' area where housing is restricted to those with a demonstrable social or economic need. The proposal was refused because the applicant failed to establish such a need and because the development's wastewater arrangements posed a threat to a neighboring property's water supply, leadin...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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