221195

a replacement dwelling with the construction of a storey and a half dwelling, detached domestic garage, a domestic wastewater disposal system, upgrade of existing entrance and access lane along with all associated site works. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The applicant failed to demonstrate that the existing structure qualifies as a 'habitable house', proposed a design of excessive scale and poor proportion inconsistent with the Meath Rural Design Guide, and failed to address significant flood risk and visual impact concerns.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the existing ruinous structure constitutes a 'habitable house', which is a prerequisite for a replacement dwelling under the County Development Plan policies RD POL 31 and 32.
  • The proposed dwelling is considered to be of an inappropriate scale and massing, failing to comply with the Meath Rural Design Guide and potentially impacting protected panoramic views of national significance from Skyrne Church.
  • The applicant failed to submit a mandatory 'Justification Test' for development within Flood Zone A, leaving the high risk of fluvial flooding and surface water management unaddressed.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 30RD POL 31RD POL 32RD POL 33RD POL 34RD POL 35HER OBJ 56HER OBJ 57INF POL 18INF POL 20RD POL 9

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, John Morley, proposed a replacement 1.5-storey dwelling and garage at Loughanstown, Tara, Co. Meath, in a rural area designated as being under Strong Urban Influence. While the applicant's local housing need was accepted, the Planning Authority raised fundamental objections regarding the 'habitable' status of the existing stone ruin and the excessive 292sq.m scale of the new design, which conflicts with the Meath Rural Design Guide. Furthermore, the site's partial location within ...
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