Core Refusal Reason
The site is unsuitable for the safe disposal of effluent due to high water levels and poor ground conditions resulting from construction and demolition waste infill, posing a risk to public health.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is unsuitable for the safe disposal of effluent as evidenced by high water levels (0.2m - 0.4m below ground) and the presence of nearby watercourses, failing to meet the 2021 EPA Code of Practice.
- The ground conditions are compromised by the historical infilling of the site with construction and demolition waste, which further complicates wastewater attenuation.
- The proposed development is considered prejudicial to public health and contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.10 Rural Area TypesSection 7.8 Water ServicesSection 12.7 Rural House Design ConsiderationsSection 12.24 Roads and TransportationChapter 2 - Core Strategy and Settlement PolicyChapter 3 - People, Places and HousingChapter 7 - Infrastructure, Transport and CommunicationsChapter 12 - Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
Christina Brennan and Noel Higgins sought permission for a single-storey dwelling and a proprietary effluent treatment system at Leitrim, Frenchpark, Co. Roscommon. While the proposal was deemed acceptable in principle under the 'Remaining Rural Area' policy and met traffic safety requirements, it was refused due to severe site suitability issues. Inspections revealed high water tables and significant construction and demolition waste infill, leading the Environment Department to conclude that t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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