Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling is located in the middle of an open field with exposed boundaries, failing to integrate into the landscape and contradicting policy RD POL 9 regarding rural house design and siting.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling is sited in the middle of a field with exposed boundaries, failing to utilize existing shelter or screening, which is contrary to the Meath Rural House Design Guide.
- The development would represent a visually obtrusive feature that fails to respect or integrate with the surrounding landscape, thereby injuring the visual amenities of the area.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable future precedent for poorly sited rural housing and would be contrary to policy RD POL 9 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 9Section 11.14.3Section 9.2Section 9.3Section 9.4Section 10.4
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a two-storey detached dwelling, wastewater treatment system, and new entrance at Herbertstown, Bohermeen, Navan, Co. Meath. While the applicant successfully established a local housing need, the proposal was refused due to its poor siting. The Planning Authority determined that placing the house in the middle of an open field without natural screening or integration into the landscape violated policy RD POL 9 and the Meath Rural House Design Guide, resulting i...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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