22123

material change of use of existing dwelling to residence where care is provided for persons with intellectual or physical disability. The proposed works will also include upgrade of the existing entrance and boundary treatments, removal of non-native invasive evergreen trees, proposed single storey extension (C.92M.SQ) to the NE & SE elevations and ancillary site works all which is within SAC and pNHA

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development is located in a highly sensitive landscape and ecological area (Lough Ree Broad Zone/SAC) where it would be visually obtrusive and poses a risk of environmental pollution due to inadequate wastewater information.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development is located within the Broad Zone of Lough Ree and a designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC), where its visual impact and potential for precedent would materially contravene policies protecting high-amenity landscapes.
  • The site contains unauthorized works and the proposed extension, by reason of its size and design, would be visually obtrusive and detrimental to the character of the surrounding sensitive environment.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient information regarding the capacity and condition of the existing wastewater treatment system, leading to concerns over potential pollution of the adjacent water course and risks to public health.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy CPO 12.34Policy CPO 14.20Policy CPO 5.92Section 5.3.2.2

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought a material change of use from a dwelling to a residential care facility for persons with disabilities, including a 92 sq.m extension and site works at Cashel, Newtowncashel, Co. Longford. The site is situated in a highly sensitive location adjacent to Lough Ree, within a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and a designated Broad Zone of high amenity. Longford County Council refused permission because the development would be visually obtrusive in a protected landscape, lacked ...
SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.