Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate that the site is capable of the safe disposal of treated effluent without risk to public health and the environment due to poor drainage and a high water table.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is unsuitable for the safe disposal of treated effluent as evidenced by water present in subsurface percolation test holes, a high water table (100mm below ground level), and surface water ponding.
- The applicants failed to provide sufficient documentary evidence to demonstrate compliance with the rural housing policy criteria for areas under urban influence as set out in Section 7.8.4 of the County Development Plan.
- The proposed development is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, posing a significant risk to public health and the environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.11.4Section 7.8.4Chapter 4Chapter 7Chapter 13Chapter 9
Decision Document Summary
Nigel and Aideen Skehan sought planning permission for a two-storey dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system on a 0.391-hectare site at Church Hill, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny. The application was refused by Kilkenny County Council primarily because the Environment Section determined the site was incapable of safely treating and discharging effluent due to poor drainage characteristics and a high water table. Furthermore, the planning authority found that the applicants had not adequate...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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