Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate that the site can safely dispose of treated effluent due to high water table levels and an incomplete site characterisation report, posing a significant risk to public health and groundwater quality.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site characterisation report was incomplete, missing key sections and percolation results, and contained discrepancies regarding groundwater response ratings.
- Physical evidence on-site, including mottling and elevated winter water levels between 100mm and 400mm below ground level, indicates a high water table and poor percolation capacity.
- The proposed development fails to comply with the EPA 2021 Code of Practice, representing a serious risk to public health and the environment, and is therefore contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
Ivan Farrell & Emily Dunne applied for permission to construct a two-storey dwelling, domestic garage, and a proprietary waste water treatment system at Piberstown, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. Although the applicants satisfied the local rural housing policy and the design was considered acceptable, the Planning Authority refused permission primarily due to drainage concerns. Inspections revealed a high water table and evidence of poor soil drainage that contradicted the submitted documentation, le...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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