Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate that on-site wastewater can be treated and discharged safely without posing a risk to public health and the environment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority that effluent from the proposed development can be treated and discharged at the subject site without risk to public health and the environment.
- Technical assessments indicated that the proposed percolation area was located within an area that had previously recorded failed test results, which is contrary to the EPA Code of Practice 2021.
- Site conditions, including evidence of saturated soil above recorded levels and high PV values, represent a considerable and unacceptable risk to ground and surface waters.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027Rural Housing Policy
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a single-storey bungalow and a packaged wastewater treatment system at Knockeenbaun, Kilmanagh, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located within an 'Area under Urban Influence' as defined by the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027. While the applicants were deemed to comply with the Rural Housing Policy, the application was refused due to significant drainage concerns. The Planning Authority determined that the site was unsuitable for the propose...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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