Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need and the proposed entrance would create a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to establish a site-specific rural generated housing need in accordance with the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines and the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The proposed development would result in a traffic hazard as the required sightlines for safe access and egress cannot be achieved, failing to comply with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
- Granting permission would lead to an undesirable future precedent for unsustainable development in a rural area outside of designated settlement centres.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.14.3Section 9.2Section 9.3Section 9.4Section 10.4
Decision Document Summary
Chloe Smith sought outline permission for a new dwelling, garage, and associated services on a 0.404ha site in College, Nobber, Co. Meath. The site is located in a rural area zoned 'RA' (Rural Area). The application was refused by Meath County Council primarily because the applicant did not sufficiently demonstrate a local rural housing need as required by the County Development Plan. Additionally, the Transportation Department recommended refusal due to substandard sightlines at the proposed en...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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