Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to demonstrate compliance with rural housing 'local need' policies for the reconstruction of a derelict structure and provided insufficient technical information regarding wastewater treatment suitability.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with the 'local need' policy required for the reconstruction of a derelict structure, as the subject building was deemed derelict and not a habitable replacement dwelling.
- Granting permission would materially contravene Policy RD POL 34 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 and establish an undesirable future precedent for unsustainable development in the area.
- Insufficient information was submitted regarding the site's suitability for an on-site wastewater treatment system, specifically the lack of a site characterization report as per EPA 2021 recommendations.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 6RD POL 33RD POL 34Section 9.4Chapter 9Chapter 11
Decision Document Summary
Gerard McCaffrey sought permission to reconstruct and extend a derelict outbuilding into a dwelling at Kilskeer, Kells, Co. Meath, including the installation of a new wastewater treatment system. The site is located in a rural area under low development pressure. Meath County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant did not demonstrate compliance with rural housing 'local need' criteria required for derelict structures under Policy RD POL 34. Additionally, the planning aut...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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