Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to potential adverse impacts on the River Suir SAC and flood plain, failure to demonstrate local housing need, and technical deficiencies regarding wastewater treatment and site access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal would negatively impact the integrity of the River Suir SAC and the ecological status of the adjacent flood plain, contravening multiple environmental protection policies.
- The applicant failed to establish a genuine local housing need as required for a 'Stronger Rural Area' under Section 4.10 of the Waterford County Development Plan.
- The proposed wastewater treatment system is located on lands outside the applicant's control, and the required sightlines for safe road access were not demonstrated.
Cited Policies (CDP)
ENV 6ENV 7NH 13NH 14NH 15Section 4.10Section 10.30Table 10.3Variation No 1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Bill Morrissey, proposed the construction of a two-storey, five-bedroom dwelling with a private wastewater treatment system at Knockalafalla, Co. Waterford. The site is situated in a 'Stronger Rural Area' adjacent to a flood plain and the River Suir Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Waterford City and County Council refused permission because the development posed a risk to protected habitats, the applicant did not meet the local housing need criteria, and the proposed servicing...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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