2460552

Permission for the following: (1) demolition and removal of existing dwelling; (2) construction of a new single-storey dwelling; (3) decommissioning of existing septic tank and percolation area and installation of a new treatment system and percolation area; and (4) retention permission for existing sheds, and all ancillary site works at

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate a rural housing need in an 'Area under Urban Influence' and insufficient technical information regarding wastewater, flood risk, and environmental protection of Natura 2000 sites.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a sufficient social or economic link to the local rural area as required by the 'Rural Policy Zone A' designation in the County Development Plan.
  • The proposal lacks essential technical documentation, specifically a flood risk assessment for a site with a history of flooding and a Natura Impact Statement to assess potential impacts on the Lough Ree SAC and SPA.
  • Granting permission would perpetuate and intensify existing unauthorised development on the site, as the current structures and access do not have the benefit of planning permission.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Table 3.1: Rural Area TypesTable 3.2: Rural Housing Need CriteriaPolicy Objective PPH 3.13Chapter 2: Core Strategy & Settlement PolicyChapter 3: People, Places & HousesChapter 7: Section 7.8 WaterChapter 10: Policy Objective NH10.7Chapter 12: 12.7 Rural House Design Considerations

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Ann Naughton, proposed the demolition of an existing mobile home and the construction of a new 152 sqm single-storey dwelling, including the retention of sheds and a new wastewater system at Fearagh, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon. The site is located in a 'Rural Policy Zone A' area under urban influence, where housing is restricted to those with a demonstrable local need. Roscommon County Council refused the application because the applicant failed to prove such a need, and the propo...
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