Core Refusal Reason
The development would facilitate the occupation of a derelict structure that would injure residential amenity, create an undesirable precedent for backland development, and result in a traffic hazard due to substandard access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing structure is in an advanced state of dereliction and its occupation would seriously injure the residential amenities and depreciate the value of adjacent properties.
- The proposed access arrangements are considered a traffic hazard due to deficient sightlines and the substandard width of the existing access point.
- Granting permission would create an unwanted precedent for backland residential development and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028Chapter 7 – Infrastructure, Transport and CommunicationsSection 7.8 Water ServicesRoscommon County Development Schedule 23.7
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought planning permission for the installation of an onsite sewerage system and polishing filter to service an existing cottage at Cloonmore Townland, Tarmonbarry, Co. Roscommon. Although the Assistant Planner initially recommended requesting further information regarding the building's structural integrity and water source, the Senior Planner recommended refusal. The refusal is primarily based on the advanced dereliction of the cottage, the potential for injury to the amenities o...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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