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works to existing creche comprising the conversion and refurbishment of the existing multi-purpose room at ground floor level to 2 no. pre-school classrooms together with all ancilliary accommodations and all to connect to the existing granted waste water treatment system and percolation area all as previously granted under Planning Permission reference nos. 08/142, 09/649, 10/211, 12/268, 15/112, 19/135 and 19/453 together with all ancillary and associated site works at

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes unsustainable over-development of a restricted rural site outside a designated settlement, lacking adequate wastewater infrastructure, parking, and amenity space while contravening previous planning conditions.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development is located in an unserviced rural area outside any designated settlement, which undermines the settlement strategy and sustainable development objectives of the Waterford County Development Plan 2011-2017.
  • The proposal represents over-development of a restricted site that lacks sufficient outdoor play areas and adequate parking/maneuvering space, resulting in a potential traffic hazard and substandard amenity for children.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that the existing wastewater treatment system has the capacity to accommodate the additional loading, posing a risk of groundwater contamination and public health issues.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Waterford County Development Plan 2011-2017 (as extended)Policy CS 9Section 10.6Land Use Matrix (Zoned 'Agriculture')

Decision Document Summary

Bridget Whelan sought planning permission for the conversion and refurbishment of an existing multi-purpose room into two pre-school classrooms at a crèche facility in Matthews Cross, Ballyduff East, Kilmeaden. The site is situated on agricultural land outside of any designated settlement boundaries. Waterford City and County Council refused the application on the grounds that the intensification of use would lead to over-development of a restricted site, creating traffic safety risks and provid...
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