Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the exacerbation of ribbon development, an excessive concentration of on-site wastewater treatment systems in a vulnerable area, and the applicant's failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would exacerbate an existing pattern of ribbon development, creating an undesirable suburban-type pattern that contravenes the rural character of the area and specific development plan objectives.
- The proposal would result in an excessive concentration of on-site wastewater treatment units in an area with a regionally important karstified aquifer and high groundwater vulnerability, which is considered prejudicial to public health.
- The applicant failed to establish a genuine rural-generated housing need for this location, as they did not demonstrate sufficient intrinsic local links or an occupational requirement to reside in an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HG-04Development Management standard 4.1Section 2.3.1Section 2.1.1.1Section 2.3.1.3 (c)RH-01HG-01TV-01
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the construction of a new dwelling house, garage, and a packaged wastewater treatment system at Roemore, Breaffy, Castlebar. The site is located in a rural area identified as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' near Breaffy Village. Mayo County Council refused permission because the development would contribute to unsustainable ribbon development and lead to an over-concentration of wastewater systems in a hydrogeologically sensitive area. Furthermore, the planning auth...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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