Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to demonstrate sufficient legal interest for the proposed access, encroached upon public open space, and failed to address an existing unauthorized habitable structure on the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient legal interest for the proposed vehicular access, which appears to traverse private third-party lands and existing public open space without necessary consents.
- The presence of an unauthorized habitable structure on site, which was previously permitted only as a shed, creates a significant planning conflict and requires regularization through a revised site layout.
- The proposal lacks essential technical specifications regarding water services, surface water management, and transportation safety, specifically failing to provide adequate sightlines and swept path analysis.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.5.19 a)DM OBJ 4211.5.20 b)DM OBJ 4311.5.21Section 11.5.24DM POL 15DM OBJ 49Section 11.5.25DM OBJ 50Section 11.14.6
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Keith Leech, sought permission for two semi-detached, two-bedroom dwellings at 23A Gort Na Ri, Trim, Co. Meath, on a site zoned 'A1 Existing Residential'. While the principle of infill development is generally supported, the Planning Authority issued a Request for Further Information (RFI) due to critical unresolved issues. These include the lack of demonstrated legal interest for access over third-party lands, the potential loss of public open space, and the existence of an unaut...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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