Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to meet the criteria for the conversion of a vernacular building under policy RD POL 34, failed to demonstrate a local housing need in a rural area under strong urban influence, and would create a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing stable block is not considered a vernacular or traditional rural building, meaning the proposal does not qualify for conversion under Policy RD POL 34 and would set an undesirable precedent.
- The applicant failed to submit documentation demonstrating a local housing need as required by Section 9.4 of the Development Plan for new dwellings in rural areas under strong urban influence.
- The proposed development would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard, as the existing entrance onto a narrow laneway lacks the required sightlines specified in the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 34Section 9.4Section 9.5Section 9.14Chapter 9Chapter 11
Decision Document Summary
Paul Curran sought permission to convert an existing stable block into a residential dwelling at Killeen, Dunsany, Co. Meath, an area zoned as a rural area under strong urban influence. Meath County Council refused the application primarily because the structure did not meet the definition of a vernacular building under Policy RD POL 34, and the applicant did not provide evidence of a local housing need. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the development would pose a traffic ha...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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