Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to a lack of agricultural justification for the proposed structures and significant road safety concerns regarding intensified access onto the N2 national primary road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate active involvement in agriculture or provide a comprehensive business plan, meaning the proposal lacks sufficient agricultural justification required under DM OBJ 62.
- The development would result in the intensification of an existing access onto the N2 national road where speed limits exceed 60kph, which is contrary to safety policies and would set an undesirable precedent.
- The proposal is considered premature pending the finalization of the preferred route for the N2 National Road Improvement scheme, as the site is located within a potential route option area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.8MOV POL 24MOV POL 33Section 11.6.6DM OBJ 62
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Bio Fuel Farm, proposed the construction of a grain store and machinery shed on a site at Cushinstown, Rathfeigh, Co. Meath, accessed via a private lane off the N2. Meath County Council refused permission because the applicant did not provide evidence of a legitimate farm enterprise or a business plan to justify the large-scale buildings. Additionally, the Planning Authority raised serious concerns regarding traffic safety on the national road network and noted that the developmen...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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