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the Proposed development consists of the construction of a detached one storey house with a finished height of 4892mm and a habitable living space of 61 SQM. The proposed bungalow floor plan includes a Kitchen/Living space, entrance, storage, bathroom, and 2 bedrooms. There is a proposed 3 meter wide entrance driveway to the property and parking space for 2 cars The house will be finished as a contemporary bungalow with a two shade sand/cement render finish and slate effect roof tiling. Also a biocycle system will be installed with a percolation area. Plus all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need in an area designated as being under strong urban influence.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide any supporting documentation or evidence to establish a genuine site-specific rural housing need as required by the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
  • The proposed development would contribute to the encroachment of random rural development and militate against the preservation of the rural environment and efficient provision of public infrastructure.
  • The proposal contravenes strategic policies RD POL 5 and RD POL 13, which seek to protect agricultural lands and direct urban-generated housing toward zoned settlements.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RUR DEV SP 1RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 5RD POL 9RD POL 13Section 9.4Section 9.5Section 9.18Section 9.5.2

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved the construction of a 61 SQM detached one-storey bungalow and a biocycle treatment system on a site at Wintergrass, Bellewstown, Co. Meath. The subject site is located within a rural area under 'Strong Urban Influence' where housing is strictly restricted to those with a demonstrated local need. Meath County Council refused permission because the applicant failed to provide evidence of a rural-generated housing need, concluding that the development would constitute undesira...
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