Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to insufficient residential density on serviceable village lands and the failure to provide evidence of water connection feasibility.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development fails to meet the required density standards for a 'Level 4 Large Village', resulting in an inefficient use of serviceable land near established community services.
- The low-density nature of the project is contrary to the Ministerial Guidelines for Planning Authorities on Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas (2009).
- The applicant failed to submit confirmation of feasibility from Irish Water, making it impossible for the Planning Authority to assess the viability of connecting to public mains.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.1.2Table 3-3
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed a single-storey dwelling and domestic garage at Pollsallagh, Drinagh, situated within the serviceable built-up area of Piercestown. The Planning Authority refused permission because the low-density design constitutes an unsustainable use of land designated as a 'Level 4 Large Village' under the settlement strategy. Furthermore, the lack of documentation regarding Irish Water connection feasibility meant the proposal did not meet the necessary technical requirements for p...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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