2460273

the development consists of 1.To demolish both side ground floor buildings and partly demolish the two-storey dwelling. 2. To Construct 1 no. 3 bed detached dwelling and 2 no. 3 bed & 1 no. 2 bed terraced dwellings. 3.To connect each unit to a new BAF P12 Sewage Treatment System with percolation area. 4.To sub divide the site into 4 separate plots. 5.To construct 13 car spaces in total. 5.To upgrade the existing site entrance and all ancillary site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to inappropriate design and density for a rural node, potential negative impacts on the character and heritage of the village, and inadequate technical arrangements for surface water and wastewater management.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The design, layout, and density are considered suburban in nature and out of character with the rural node of Kilskeer, potentially injuring the setting of nearby protected structures and the village's vernacular heritage.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient information regarding surface water management, leading to non-compliance with regional drainage policies and the Meath County Development Plan.
  • The proposed use of a single wastewater treatment system for four separate residential units raises significant concerns regarding long-term maintenance, operational responsibility, and potential risks to public health and groundwater quality.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 6RD POL 30RD POL 31RD POL 32RD POL 8DM OBJ 15DM Objective 27DM OBJ 19DM OBJ 20DM OBJ 21HER OBJ 23INF POL 16

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for the partial demolition of an existing two-storey dwelling and pub in the rural node of Kilskyre, Co. Meath, to facilitate the construction of four new dwellings (one detached and three terraced) along with a shared wastewater treatment system. Meath County Council refused the proposal primarily because the suburban-style layout and density were deemed incompatible with the village's rural character and heritage. Furthermore, the application was found defici...
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