Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its visually obtrusive and prominent impact on the rural landscape caused by its elevated siting, and the submission of an outdated site suitability assessment for wastewater treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed two-storey dwelling, by virtue of its elevated siting and significant setback from the public road, would constitute a visually obtrusive and incongruous addition to the landscape, seriously injuring the visual amenities of the rural area.
- The development would result in a substantial loss of agricultural land and represents an unsustainable location that is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The submitted Soil Characterisation and Site Suitability Assessment is over 14 years old and fails to comply with the current 2021 EPA Code of Practice for domestic wastewater treatment systems.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
Jason Cullen applied for permission to construct a two-storey dwelling, domestic garage, and wastewater treatment system at Portanure, Loch Gowna, Co. Cavan. The site is located in a 'Stronger Rural Area' on an elevated plot approximately 2km east of the village. Cavan County Council refused the application because the scale and prominent positioning of the house would negatively impact the area's visual character. Furthermore, the technical evidence for wastewater disposal was deemed invalid as...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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