Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would exacerbate ribbon development in a rural area, failed to demonstrate adequate wastewater treatment capabilities, and presented traffic safety concerns due to insufficient sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would exacerbate ribbon development by becoming the eighth house in a linear row, resulting in an intrusive encroachment of physical development into the open rural landscape.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that ground conditions are adequate for the proposed wastewater treatment system and polishing filter in compliance with the EPA Code of Practice 2021.
- The proposed vehicular entrance lacks the required minimum sight visibility of 75m, creating a traffic hazard on the local road L-7093.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
Donard Grey sought permission for a single-storey dwelling, garage, and wastewater system at Annaskeagh, Mountpleasant, Dundalk, located within Rural Policy Zone 1. Although the applicant was deemed to meet the 'local housing need' criteria as the son of a landowner, the proposal was refused primarily because it would constitute the eighth house in a row, significantly exacerbating ribbon development. Furthermore, the application was found deficient regarding technical requirements for wastewate...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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