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RETAIN 6 NO. RESIDENTIAL UNITS WHICH FORM PART OF A 42 UNIT HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PREVIOUSLY PERMITTED UNDER PLANNING REF: 06/422, THESE BEING HOUSE NO'S 26,27,28,35,36,& 37, THE DWELLING UNITS THAT WERE NOT FULLY CONSTRUCTED AT THE EXPIRY OF PLANNING REF: 06/422. WE ALSO INTEND TO APPLY FOR RETENTION PERMISSION TO RETAIN THE UPSTREAM SURFACE WATER DETENTION BASIN AND ATTENUATION TANK SERVING THE DEVELOPMENT AND ALL NECESSARY ANCILLARY SITE WORKS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE AFOREMENTIONED DEEVELOPMENT

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Inadequate surface water disposal arrangements and associated flood risk to the surrounding area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that surface water generated on site can be adequately disposed of.
  • The proposal fails to sufficiently address the history of flooding in the area regarding the management of surface water.
  • The development would seriously injure the amenities of property in the vicinity and result in substandard development contrary to proper planning.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The application sought retention permission for six residential units and associated surface water infrastructure at Ard an Oir, Sneem, Co. Kerry, which were part of a previously permitted 42-unit development that had expired. Kerry County Council refused the proposal primarily due to concerns over drainage and flood risk. The council determined that the applicant failed to demonstrate adequate surface water disposal, which, given the local history of flooding, would negatively impact neighborin...
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