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to demolish and reconstruct the current single-storey dwelling, remove an existing farm shed, construct a general purpose garage, remove the existing registered septic tank and percolation area, and install a wastewater treatment facility and percolation area. A Natura Impact Statement is submitted with this application. Gross floor space of proposed work: 134.00 sqm approx. & 23.65 sqm (garage). Gross floor space of any demolition: 103.50 sqm
Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to its location in a highly sensitive Class 3 Coastal Landscape, potential adverse impacts on the Slyne Head Peninsula SAC, failure to demonstrate a genuine housing need for a replacement dwelling that lacks established planning status, and inadequate information regarding water supply and wastewater treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would fail to assimilate into the sensitive Class 3 Coastal Landscape, detracting from the visual amenity and character of the area.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the project would not adversely affect the integrity of the Slyne Head Peninsula SAC or the European dry heath habitat, exacerbated by the unauthorized status of existing structures.
- The proposal is contrary to rural housing policy as the existing dwelling lacks planning permission, housing need was not established, and there is insufficient evidence of a viable potable water supply or safe effluent disposal.