Core Refusal Reason
The proposal would facilitate the consolidation and intensification of unauthorized commercial uses on a rural site and lacks sufficient technical information regarding water management, wastewater, and environmental impacts.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would consolidate and intensify unauthorized commercial activities and structures on the site, leading to a haphazard and incongruous pattern of development in a rural area.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate information regarding surface water, wastewater, and waste management, posing a significant risk to water quality and public health.
- There is insufficient information to conduct a proper Appropriate Assessment, particularly concerning the cumulative impacts of existing unauthorized businesses on nearby Natura 2000 sites.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.8.1Section 11.6.8Section 11.6.10INF POL 16HER OBJ 33
Decision Document Summary
Tir Chineal Ltd. sought permission for two agricultural sheds (1,810 sq.m) for produce storage and packing at Elmgrove Farm, Sarsfieldstown, Co. Meath. While the principle of agricultural development is generally acceptable in this rural zone, the site contains numerous unauthorized commercial businesses, including whiskey storage and skip hire. The application was refused because it would consolidate these unauthorized uses and lacked critical technical data on drainage, wastewater treatment, a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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