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the erection of a two storey extension to the existing dwelling, demolition of existing outbuildings, relocation of existing vehicular entrance, new proprietary wastewater treatment system, percolation area and associated works. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed extension is considered excessive in scale and bulk, poorly integrated with the existing dwelling, and lacks technical clarity regarding water supply and wastewater separation distances.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The extension is excessive in scale, bulk, and height, appearing as a separate dominant structure that fails to integrate architecturally with the existing cottage.
  • There is conflicting information regarding the proposed water supply source and a lack of detail regarding separation distances from neighboring wells and the wastewater treatment system.
  • The application fails to provide adequate site layout details, specifically regarding the inclusion of sightlines within the red line boundary and the retention of existing hedgerows.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RA Rural Area land use zoning objectiveMeath Rural Design Guide

Decision Document Summary

The proposal seeks permission for a 267 sq. m two-storey extension to an existing 51 sq. m cottage at Grangegeeth, Slane, Co. Meath, along with a new wastewater treatment system. While the principle of development is acceptable under the 'RA' rural zoning, the Planning Authority found the extension's design to be overly dominant and poorly integrated with the original structure. Permission was effectively stalled via a Further Information request due to these design concerns, technical discrepan...
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