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permission to retain 1. a domestic storage shed / garage; 2. retain existing access gate & change type to sliding gate; 3. place boundary fencing (with hedging), along portion of site boundary with public road, together with other associated ancillary site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Non-compliance with Section 15.13.3 of the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025 regarding the scale and siting of domestic storage sheds in a rural area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Municipal District (MD) report dated 08/12/2022 explicitly recommended the refusal of retention permission for the shed and associated site works.
  • The scale of the domestic storage shed, measuring approximately 93sqm, was assessed as being inconsistent with the criteria for domestic garages and stores set out in the County Development Plan.
  • The development's location within a 'Category 2 - Remaining Rural Area' necessitated strict adherence to rural siting and design standards which the Planning Authority determined were not satisfied.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 15.13.3MCDP 2019-2025

Decision Document Summary

Kevin Kelly sought retention permission for a 93sqm domestic storage shed/garage, a sliding access gate, and boundary fencing at Corleck, Aghabog, Co. Monaghan. The site is situated in a 'Category 2 - Remaining Rural Area' as defined by the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025. The application was refused by the Planning Authority following a negative recommendation from the Municipal District, as the scale and nature of the structures were found to be non-compliant with Section 15.13.3 of...
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