Core Refusal Reason
Inadequate soil conditions for the safe disposal of effluent on-site, posing a risk to public health.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority determined that the soil conditions on the site are unsuitable for the safe and adequate disposal of effluent generated by the proposed dwelling.
- Submissions and further information regarding the site assessment failed to demonstrate that the proposed mechanical wastewater treatment unit and sand filter system would function effectively.
- The proposed development is considered prejudicial to public health and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22Objective KCDP 5-15Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.6.3.2
Decision Document Summary
Catriona Donovan sought permission to construct a 154.32 sq.m dormer bungalow with a mechanical wastewater treatment system on a 0.3ha site at Dromcunning, Abbeydorney, Co. Kerry. The site is located in a rural area under urban influence and is currently used as grassland. Despite the submission of further information, the application was refused because the Planning Authority was not satisfied that the site's soil conditions could adequately dispose of effluent, thereby creating a risk to publi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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