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The project entails the construction of a single storey dwelling, associated domestic shed, new EN certified septic tank, percolation area, connection to Kiltale group water scheme together with all associated site development works. Site and entrance The site is accessed from an existing vehicular entrance off the Local road L22072, this vehicular entrance which has an existing stone wall and pillars at the entrance are proposed to be kept with a proposed new solid wood gate and linear drain in front to avoid surface water entering the local road. The total site area is 1628sqm. An existing timber fence at approx 1.5m high surrounds the entire site and is proposed to be kept. All existing hedgerow and trees which surround the site are also to be kept. A new oak tree is proposed in the garden as indicated in the site layout. A new drive gravel driveway is proposed to the north of the site with sufficient space for external on site parking. To the south of the site is proposed the patio and main garden area. The proposed septic tank wastewater treatment system and percolation area are sited to the rear of the garden as per the report carried out by Traynor Environmental. A soakpit is proposed close to the entrance at the low point of the site to collect storm water and prevent water entering the local road. Proposed Building The single storey three bedroom dwelling of 210sqm GFA is proposed with an `L` shaped layout and a mono pitch roof form to reference rural farm buildings and in accordance with the Meath Rural Design Guidelines. The mono pitch roof is 4.08m at the highest point and 2.44m high at the lowest point, the chimney reaches a height of 5.5m. The building consists of two connected volumes, the first volume is orientated north – south and houses the living spaces kitchen and dining area. The second connected volume is orientated east-west and houses the bedrooms and utilities. The mono-pitch roof form is extended to the south and west facades to create a covered external space facing the garden. The main entrance to the house is marked with an external portico with a mono pitch roof. A separate detached garden shed of 14sqm GFA is proposed with the same materiality and mono pitch roof form to visually tie into the main dwelling. Materiality The proposed materiality of the building follows local construction, a blockwork cavity wall rendered and painted white, the timber roof structure is clad with natural slate. A cas