Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate that the site can safely accommodate the disposal of domestic effluent, posing a risk to public health.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Environmental Health Office (EHO) raised significant concerns regarding the proposed wastewater treatment system, necessitating a request for further information.
- The requirement for a 'Site Improvement report' indicates that the natural drainage characteristics of the flat greenfield site are suboptimal for standard percolation.
- Despite the submission of amended plans and site improvement details, the Planning Authority was not satisfied that the development would not be prejudicial to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
PJ McKenna sought permission for a bungalow and wastewater treatment system on a 0.4572ha greenfield site at Lisdrumcleve, Latton, Castleblayney. The proposal involved a new entrance onto a private lane. While the Roads Section and Municipal District had no objections, the Environmental Health Office required further information. The application was ultimately refused by Monaghan County Council, as the submitted site improvement reports and amended layouts failed to resolve concerns regarding th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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