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demolition of existing timber sheds, change of use of the existing garage to 1 bed dwelling, alteration of external windows and door to existing garage, new ramp access for the new dwelling, new timber fencing outside existing garage, new waste water treatment system. RETENTION of existing timber fence to road boundary wall and ancillary works to facilitate the development

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes non-essential dispersed residential development in a rural area under strong urban influence without a demonstrated local housing need, and fails to meet the locational and physical connectivity requirements for sheltered or dependent relative accommodation.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development is contrary to policy CPO 16.30, which requires sheltered accommodation to be located within towns and villages to ensure sustainability, accessibility, and proximity to services.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a bona-fide local housing need as required by CPO 9.1 and the proposal lacks a physical connection to the main dwelling, contravening policies for dependent relative accommodation.
  • The proposal would result in a haphazard and disorderly form of development on a restricted, unserviced site, setting an undesirable precedent and seriously injuring the residential amenity of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 9.1CPO 16.29CPO 16.20CPO 16.22CPO 16.30CPO 3.6CPO 4.6CPO 4.7CPO 4.8CPO 4.22CPO 16.32

Decision Document Summary

Nua Healthcare Services Ltd proposed the conversion of an existing garage into a one-bedroom dwelling, including the demolition of sheds and installation of a new wastewater treatment system at Beacon Hill, Rathconrath, Co. Westmeath. The site is situated in a rural area defined as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'. Westmeath County Council refused the application because the proposal represents non-essential dispersed housing that lacks a proven local need and fails to meet the criteria for ...
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