Core Refusal Reason
The development would negatively impact the architectural heritage of Markree Demesne, lacks sufficient environmental assessment for the Unshin River SAC, and provides inadequate effluent treatment details.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in the inappropriate subdivision of Markree Demesne and seriously detract from the architectural character and setting of Markree Castle.
- Inadequate information was submitted to conduct an Appropriate Assessment, meaning potential significant effects on the Unshin River SAC cannot be ruled out.
- The proposal failed to demonstrate compliance with the EPA Code of Practice for wastewater treatment, posing a threat to public health and the environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
SP-S-10SP-S-12P-ARH-10P-ARH-11P-DSNC-1P-WWT-5
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a 230sqm L-shaped dwelling and septic tank on a 0.443-hectare site within the historic Markree Demesne in Sligo. Although the applicant met the rural housing need criteria, the application was refused due to its detrimental impact on the architectural integrity of the demesne and the setting of Markree Castle. Furthermore, the refusal was based on insufficient technical details regarding effluent disposal and the lack of an adequate assessment of potenti...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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