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the construction of a new detached low profile ingle storey type dwelling along with a detached low profile single storey domestic garage, together with access from public road via existing agricultural entrance using a new recessed type entrance serving the new proposed dwelling, installation of a new proprietary waste water treatment system (Oakstown BAF 6PE) together with all associated landscaping, siteworks and services. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application failed to demonstrate safe traffic sightlines on third-party lands, did not comply with the Meath Rural Design Guide's aesthetic standards, and failed to sufficiently address previous reasons for refusal on the site.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant has not demonstrated that the required 90-metre sightlines can be provided and maintained, as the necessary works involve lands outside the applicant's ownership and control.
  • The proposed dwelling design is considered unacceptable as it fails to adhere to the Meath Rural Design Guide, specifically regarding the excessive wall-to-roof ratio, the depth and height of the living area, and the excessive length of the northern block.
  • The proposal does not clearly demonstrate how it addresses the previous reasons for refusal on the subject site (Planning Reg. Refs. 002081 and 99428) which concerned density, public health, and traffic hazards.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 9RUR DEV SP 2National Policy Objective 19

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Michael Clarke, sought permission for a detached single-storey dwelling, domestic garage, and wastewater treatment system at Castlefarm, Dunboyne, Co. Meath. Although the applicant established a local housing need, the Planning Authority issued a request for Further Information (FI) due to significant technical and design deficiencies. The primary concerns involve the inability to guarantee traffic sightlines on lands outside the applicant's control, a building design that conflic...
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