2360486

Permission for the following: 1. Construction of a new detached, part two-storey, dwelling. 2. Construction of proposed new garage. 3. Extension to existing driveway & creation of parking area to front of new dwelling. 4. New proprietary wastewater treatment system & percolation area. 5. All associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused as it constitutes inappropriate backland development in a rural area, failed to demonstrate compliance with wastewater treatment standards, and lacked necessary environmental screenings for protected Natura 2000 sites.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed dwelling is considered an inappropriate form of backland development that would lead to intrusive encroachment in the rural landscape and set a harmful precedent for piecemeal development.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient technical evidence that the proposed wastewater treatment system complies with the EPA Code of Practice 2021, representing a potential threat to public health.
  • Due to the lack of an Appropriate Assessment Screening or Natura Impact Statement, the authority could not be satisfied that the development would not significantly impact nearby SAC and SPA protected areas.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 13.9.6HOU 42HOU 47IU18NBG 3

Decision Document Summary

This application by Sarah Quaile proposed a new detached dwelling and associated services at Sunhill, Termonfeckin, Co. Louth, within a rural area designated as being under strong urban influence. Louth County Council refused permission on three main grounds: the project was classified as undesirable backland development that conflicts with established rural housing patterns; the wastewater treatment proposals were technically unproven against current EPA standards; and the potential for signifi...
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