Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused because it sought to retain a sewer connection for an unauthorized mobile home, which would consolidate unauthorized development, and failed to demonstrate compliance with wastewater treatment standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is associated with an unauthorized mobile home, and granting retention permission would facilitate the consolidation of unauthorized works and use.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the wastewater connection complies with the EPA Code of Practice 2021, making it contrary to Policy Objective IU 18 of the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The lack of evidence regarding the septic tank's capacity to handle the additional load poses a potential prejudice to public health and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
NGB 6IU 16IU 17IU 18
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for a temporary two-year foul sewer connection between an existing mobile home and a septic tank at Slievenaglogh, Jenkinstown, Dundalk. The site is located in an elevated rural position and is subject to an ongoing enforcement case regarding the unauthorized mobile home. Louth County Council refused the application on two main grounds: first, that the connection serves an unauthorized structure and granting permission would consolidate this unauthori...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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