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construction of a new single storey 235sq.m single dwelling with slate roof to front elevation and zinc standing seam pitched roof finish to rear. External materials include a render finish; Aluclad windows and doors; and timber panel sections. New wastewater treatment system with polishing filter and percolation area, new 3.5 metre width vehicular entrance and associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to the dwelling's visually obtrusive design on an elevated site, the applicant's failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need, and inadequate traffic safety measures regarding sightlines.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed 'H' shaped dwelling, by virtue of its elevated siting and elongated design, would be a visually obtrusive feature that fails to assimilate into the rural landscape, contrary to Policy RD POL 9.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentation to establish a rural-generated housing need as required for persons who are an intrinsic part of the rural community under Section 9.4 of the Development Plan.
  • The proposal is considered premature and substandard due to the failure to demonstrate unobstructed sightlines and stopping distances, posing a significant risk to road safety and creating a traffic hazard.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 9Section 9.4RD POL 6RUR DEV SP 2Section 9.18INF POL 20INF OBJ 20INF OBJ 21INF OBJ 25

Decision Document Summary

Kieran Olwell sought permission for a 235sq.m single-storey dwelling and wastewater treatment system at Coolnahinch, Moynalty, Co. Meath. The site is located in a 'Low Development Pressure Area' within the former curtilage of Petersville House. Meath County Council refused the application because the dwelling's design and elevated position were deemed visually incompatible with the rural character, the applicant did not adequately prove a local housing need, and the proposed vehicular entrance f...
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