Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to unsuitable site conditions for wastewater treatment, potential negative impacts on nearby Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) without a Natura Impact Statement, and traffic safety hazards arising from a substandard access road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is unsuitable for a domestic wastewater treatment system because the high water table and poor percolation characteristics would lead to effluent ponding, posing a risk to public health and water quality.
- The applicant failed to provide a Natura Impact Statement, meaning the Planning Authority could not be satisfied that the proposal would not adversely affect the integrity of the Ballynafagh Lake SAC and Ballynafagh Bog SAC.
- The proposed development would endanger public safety by reason of a traffic hazard, as the access roadway is substandard in design and width, and the proposed entrance lacks adequate sightlines.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
Melissa Kenny proposed the construction of a single-storey detached house, garage, and tertiary treatment system on an agricultural site in Ballynafagh, Prosperous, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural area in close proximity to the Ballynafagh Bog and Ballynafagh Lake Special Areas of Conservation (SACs). Kildare County Council refused the application because the high water table (100mm below ground level) prevents safe wastewater drainage, the lack of a Natura Impact Statement leaves po...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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