Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the applicant's failure to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need, the exacerbation of ribbon development, and a design that is out of character with the rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural-generated housing need as required for an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' under the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The development would result in an excessive concentration of housing and exacerbate ribbon development, which would negatively impact the rural environment and the efficient provision of public services.
- The proposed two-storey triple-wing flat-roof design does not comply with the Meath Rural House Design Guide and would be a visually obtrusive feature out of character with the surrounding rural landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 9Section 9.4Section 9.5Section 9.5.2Section 10.4Section 9.18
Decision Document Summary
Sean Cusack sought permission for a new dwelling, garage, and associated works at Old Road, Killeen, Dunsany, Co. Meath. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' and high landscape sensitivity. Meath County Council refused the application because the applicant did not prove a local housing need, the project would contribute to undesirable ribbon development, and the contemporary design was deemed inappropriate for the rural character of the area....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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