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The development shall consist of the construction of a one bedroom single storey modular dwelling for the use of persons with an intellectual or physical disability or mental illness and the provision of a new waste water treatment system to service this building and the existing house and associated works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes non-essential dispersed rural development that fails to meet rural housing criteria, features an unacceptable modular design incongruent with the local character, and represents undesirable backland development on a restricted site.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development is contrary to rural housing policy as it represents non-essential dispersed residential development in a rural area without a demonstrated intrinsic link.
  • The modular design and form are considered unacceptable and incongruent with the character of the area, violating specific design standards and rural design guidelines.
  • The proposal constitutes undesirable backland development on a restricted site, which would lead to a congested layout and negatively impact the residential amenity of the vicinity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 9.1CPO 9.2CPO 9.8CPO 9.13CPO 9.14CPO 9.17CPO 9.18CPO 9.19CPO 9.20CPO 16.32CPO 16.33

Decision Document Summary

Nua Healthcare Services Ltd sought permission for a one-bedroom modular dwelling and wastewater treatment system at Ballintober, Rosemount, Co. Westmeath, intended for individuals with disabilities. The site is located in a 'Strong Rural Area Under Urban Influence' behind an existing dwelling. Westmeath County Council refused the application because the proposal failed to meet rural housing need criteria, the modular design was deemed visually unintegrated and out of character with the rural lan...
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