Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is located within the River Boyne and River Blackwater Special Area of Conservation (SAC), and the applicant failed to provide an Appropriate Assessment to demonstrate that the project would not adversely affect the integrity of the designated site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is situated within the River Boyne and River Blackwater Special Area of Conservation (SAC), which is protected under the EU Habitats Directive.
- The applicant failed to submit an Appropriate Assessment or sufficient documentation to address environmental concerns regarding the sensitivity of ecological receptors within the SAC.
- Given the high groundwater vulnerability and proliferation of septic tanks in the area, the proposal is considered contrary to policies CPO 12.4, 12.6, and 12.7 of the Westmeath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 9.1CPO 9.2CPO 9.8CPO 9.13CPO 9.14CPO 9.17CPO 9.18CPO 9.19CPO 9.20CPO 16.32CPO 16.33CPO 16.34CPO 12.4CPO 12.5CPO 12.6CPO 12.7
Decision Document Summary
Raymond Carey sought permission for a single-storey dwelling, garage, and septic tank at Chanonstown, Killucan, Co. Westmeath. While the applicant met the local housing need criteria (CPO 9.1) and the design was generally acceptable, the site is located entirely within the River Boyne and River Blackwater Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The application was refused because it lacked a comprehensive Appropriate Assessment to ensure no significant impact on the designated site's ecological stat...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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