Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would exacerbate ribbon development and contribute to a disorderly linear pattern of housing in an area under strong urban influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located within an 'Area under Strong Urban Influence' where planning policy aims to restrict urban-generated housing and protect against unsightly ribbon development.
- The proposal would result in the undesirable extension and coalescence of a regimental line of ribbon development along local road L-5016-5, leading to overdevelopment of the area.
- The development would be visually prejudicial to the rural character and amenities of the locality and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 13Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027Chapter 9Chapter 11
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Bobby Lake, sought permission for the construction of a 1.5-storey detached dwelling, a wastewater treatment system, and a new entrance at Bodeen, Ratoath, Co. Meath. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under strong urban influence. Meath County Council refused the application on the grounds that the development would intensify an existing linear pattern of housing, thereby exacerbating ribbon development. The planning authority determined that such overdevelop...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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