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the construction of a new single storey dwelling, works for the removal and making good of a portion of existing roadside fence and dishing of a portion of footpath for the provision of a new vehicular entrance, new proprietary wastewater treatment system, connection to mains water and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to non-compliance with rural design standards (Policy RD POL 9) and the failure to demonstrate safe vehicular access and adequate sightlines.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed modular dwelling design, scale, and layout are considered out of keeping with the character of the surrounding rural area and fail to comply with the Meath Rural House Design Guide as required by Policy RD POL 9.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient information to demonstrate safe vehicular access, with proposed sightlines of 70 metres falling short of the required 90-metre standard.
  • The development is considered premature and would create a traffic hazard, setting an undesirable precedent for similar substandard proposals that would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027Section 9.4Section 9.5Section 9.5.2Section 9.18Chapter 11Policy RD POL 1Policy RD POL 2Policy RD POL 3Policy RD POL 9

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for a 67 sq.m single-storey modular dwelling with a flat roof and a new vehicular entrance at Powderlough, Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath, a rural area under strong urban influence. Meath County Council refused the application on two primary grounds: first, that the contemporary modular design fails to integrate with the traditional rural character and contravenes Policy RD POL 9; and second, that the proposal is premature due to the lack of demonstrated safe access and ...
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