Core Refusal Reason
The development constitutes an unjustified commercial use in a rural area that is premature due to road network deficiencies and lacks evidence of safe wastewater disposal.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The internal layout and scale of the altered shed, including offices, a canteen, and meeting rooms, are not justified for agricultural purposes and represent an inappropriate commercial development in a rural area.
- The proposed development is considered premature due to the existing capacity and width deficiencies of the L-7135-216 public road, which would result in a traffic hazard.
- Inadequate evidence was provided to demonstrate that the site is suitable for septic tank effluent percolation, posing a potential threat to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 9.37CPO 9.38CPO 9.39CPO 9.40CPO 9.41CPO 9.427.48.59.613.217.4Appendix 1Appendix 7
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of extensive internal and external alterations to an existing agricultural shed and a wastewater treatment system at Sheilstown, Knockananna, Co. Wicklow. The planning authority determined that the conversion of the shed into a facility containing offices, a canteen, and changing rooms exceeded the scope of agricultural use and constituted unauthorized commercial development. The proposal was refused as it was deemed contrary to the County Development Plan's...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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