Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a high-amenity area, and the proposal presented significant concerns regarding visual impact, traffic safety, and environmental protection.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentary evidence to establish a local rural housing need as required for Development Zone 2 under the Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021.
- The proposed development, due to its elevated position and scale within an Area of High Scenic Quality, would result in an intrusive visual encroachment that detracts from the rural character of the landscape.
- Significant technical deficiencies were identified regarding traffic safety (visibility splays), surface water management, wastewater treatment compliance, and potential adverse impacts on nearby European conservation sites.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SS 19Policy RD 33Policy SS 25Section 2.19.7Policy HER 61Policy SS 26Policy SS 66Section 2.20 to 2.20.8Policy TC 12Table 7.4Policy WS 10Policy WS 11Policy SS 65Policy HER 3Policy HER 5
Decision Document Summary
Fiona Gaskin sought permission for a single dwelling, wastewater treatment system, and associated works at an elevated site in Bellurgan, Jenkinstown, Co. Louth. The site is located within Development Zone 2 and an Area of High Scenic Quality under the Louth County Development Plan 2015-2021. Louth County Council refused the application on six grounds, most notably the failure to prove a rural housing need, the negative visual impact on the sensitive landscape, and unresolved technical issues co...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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