Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a site-specific tourism need and lack of technical details regarding bin storage, bicycle storage, and internal layout.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient information to demonstrate that the proposal meets a clearly identified site-specific tourism need as required by Policy TOUP 1 of the County Development Plan.
- The submission lacked essential technical details regarding bin storage and bicycle/equipment storage, failing to meet the high standards of design required for tourism developments under Policy TMP 2.
- The proposed internal layout was deemed unclear and unjustified, specifically regarding the individual external door access provided for bedroom number 5.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 9.3Section 4.7Policies TMP1-TMP17Section 15.26TOUP 1TOUP 2TOUP 3Section 4.7.2Policy TMP 2Section 9.2Policy LZP1Section 15.13.7Policy RDP24Section 15.27Policy RAS 1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the change of use of a split-level bungalow with an integrated garage into two B&B accommodation units at Latlorcan, Monaghan Town. While the development was considered acceptable in principle under the 'Existing Residential' zoning, the application was refused because the applicant did not demonstrate a specific tourism need for the location. Furthermore, the planning authority cited a lack of clarity regarding waste management, cycle storage, and the function...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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