Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is located within a designated flood risk area (Flood Zone B) and fails the required justification test as it would result in a loss of flood plain storage and increase flood levels in the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is located within Flood Zone B, and the proposed residential development is categorized as a highly vulnerable class under the national flood risk management guidelines.
- The application fails the mandatory justification test because the proposed development would raise ground levels within the flood zone, leading to a loss of flood plain storage and a subsequent increase in flood risk to adjacent lands.
- The proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it fails to adequately address the flood risk concerns previously cited in a prior refusal on the same site (Ref. 22/854).
Cited Policies (CDP)
Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028INP 14Section 2.8.1The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines (DoEHLG/OPW 2009)Circular PL2/2014
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Carmel Kneafsey, sought planning permission to construct two three-bedroom semi-detached dwellings on a .1826ha greenfield site at Belass, Foxford, Co. Mayo. While the site is located within the self-sustaining consolidation zone for Foxford, it is situated within a designated flood risk area (Flood Zone B). The planning authority refused the application because the development failed the required justification test for highly vulnerable classes. Specifically, the council determin...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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