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the construction of a storey and a half, detached, replacement, dwelling house, new detached shed/plant room building, new vehicular entrance gateway in lieu of the existing, realignment of the existing access road, new wastewater treatment unit and percolation area to replace the existing septic tank, along with all associated services, service connections, landscape and site development works. The existing single storey detached house and detached garage both to be demolished. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was deemed unacceptable due to an overly complex architectural design that fails to comply with rural housing policy and a failure to demonstrate safe vehicular access with required sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling design is considered a mis-match of various styles and techniques resulting in an overly complex structure that contravenes Policy RD POL 9 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate unobstructed sightlines of 90 metres from a 2.4-metre setback at the site entrance, posing a significant traffic safety risk on the L-2202.
- The proposed double entrance gates are deemed undesirable and inconsistent with the design standards set out in the Meath Rural House Design Guide.