Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need and provided insufficient technical information to ensure safe sightlines at the proposed entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant did not adequately demonstrate a local need to reside in the specific location, as their place of work is 30km away and the family home is 50km away.
- The proposed development is contrary to the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines and the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 regarding rural housing policy.
- The absence of sufficient information to demonstrate compliant sightlines according to TII standards means the entrance would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.4Section 9.2Section 9.3Section 10.4Section 11.14.3RD POL 9Chapter 9
Decision Document Summary
Evelyn Joyce applied for permission to construct a storey and a half dwelling, domestic garage, and wastewater treatment system at Creewood, Slane, Co. Meath. The site is located in a 'Rural Strong' area under strong urban influence. The application was refused because the applicant failed to meet the local housing need criteria, with the planner noting the significant distance from their current workplace and family home. Furthermore, the application lacked the necessary technical details to pr...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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