Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling design was deemed visually obtrusive and non-compliant with rural design guidelines, while insufficient information was provided regarding the capacity of the wastewater treatment system for the enlarged house.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling design, particularly the projecting bay features, is considered visually obtrusive in the rural landscape and contrary to the Meath Rural House Design Guide (RD POL 9).
- There is a lack of sufficient information to demonstrate that the permitted wastewater treatment system can accommodate the increased loading resulting from the significantly larger dwelling design.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for future inappropriate development and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 9RD POL 48RD POL 49Section 9.3Section 9.6Appendix 13
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a change of house type from a previously approved two-storey dwelling to a larger 331sqm redesigned two-storey dwelling with a detached garage at Dolanstown, Kilcock, Co. Meath. The site is situated in a rural area identified as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'. Meath County Council refused the application because the revised design was considered visually obtrusive and failed to adhere to the specific architectural requirements of the Meath Rural House De...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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