Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate compliance with local rural housing need criteria for a 'Strong Rural Area' and the creation of a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to submit sufficient documentation to comply with the local needs policy for a rural area identified as 'Strong Rural', contrary to Section 9.4 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The proposed entrance at a sharp bend onto a narrow single carriage laneway lacks appropriate sightlines, creating a traffic hazard and failing to comply with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
- The development would be contrary to the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, potentially establishing an undesirable future precedent.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.4RD POL 4RD POL 5
Decision Document Summary
This application seeks permission for a 333sqm split-level dwelling, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system on a 1.0-hectare site in Isaacstown, Rathmolyon. The site is situated within a rural area under strong urban influence. The proposal was refused based on the applicant's failure to demonstrate a functional rural housing need and significant traffic safety concerns regarding the proposed entrance's sightlines on a narrow road. While the current report (24/346) requests further inf...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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