Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes inappropriate backland development that fails to meet local housing need criteria and poses significant risks to groundwater quality and protected European sites.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development represents an intrusive form of backland development that would contribute to the proliferation of one-off housing and negatively impact the visual and residential amenities of the rural landscape.
- The applicant failed to adequately demonstrate a genuine local housing need under the relevant criteria, particularly as accommodation for the intended care recipient had previously been permitted nearby.
- There are significant environmental concerns regarding potential groundwater pollution and impacts on protected European sites (Dundalk Bay SAC/SPA) due to inadequate information on wastewater treatment and flood risk management.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
Marie Lennon sought permission for a single-storey dwelling and wastewater system at Ballyoran, Co. Louth, located in a rural area under strong urban influence. The site is a backland location accessed via a long laneway behind existing houses. Louth County Council refused the application because it constitutes inappropriate piecemeal development that erodes rural character and fails to meet local housing need criteria. Additionally, the proposal lacked sufficient technical detail to rule out ne...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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