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the construction of a single storey dwelling, an Oakstown BAF on site domestic wastewater treatment system and connection to a new on site ell. 2. To close an existing agricultural entrance and construction of a relocated domestic entrance, all site works and ancillary works in accordance with the attached plans and information

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would create a traffic hazard on a Strategic Route Corridor (R154) and failed to demonstrate adequate visibility splays or compliance with current wastewater treatment standards.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development would endanger public safety by reason of a traffic hazard and interfere with the free flow of traffic on the R154, a designated Strategic Route Corridor where a maximum speed limit of 80 km/h applies.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that safe visibility splays could be provided in each direction to the required standards, contrary to the policy to ensure all development accessing the county's road network is at a safe location.
  • The application failed to demonstrate that the proposed development meets the minimum standards for the safe and effective disposal of effluent as set out in the 2021 Environmental Protection Agency Code of Practice.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 38RD POL 40RD POL 48RD POL 49RUR DEV SP 2RD POL 6RD POL 9RD POL 43RD POL 44INF POL 18INF POL 20RD POL 36RD POL 37RD POL 39

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for a single-storey dwelling, a proprietary wastewater treatment system, and a new domestic entrance at Clonfane and Oakstown, Trim, Co. Meath. The site is situated on the R-154, a regional road identified as a Strategic Route Corridor in the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027. Meath County Council refused the application because the new access onto this high-speed route would compromise road safety and capacity, creating a traffic hazard. Furthermore, the pla...
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