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development will consist of variations to previously approved planning permission register reference no. RA200964 for the construction of 1 no. storey and a half dwelling house, detached double garage, proprietary wastewater treatment system and associated site works. Access from the site to the public road will be provided via the existing vehicular entrance to Quarryland House

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development was refused due to inappropriate design (bulk, scale, and massing) that failed to comply with the Meath Rural Design Guide and concerns regarding overlooking of an adjacent property, which would negatively impact residential amenity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed dwelling design fails to accord with the Meath Rural Design Guide in terms of bulk, scale, and massing, representing an incongruous feature that would negatively affect the visual amenity of the area.
  • The inclusion of first-floor windows on the western elevation would result in the overlooking of a neighboring dwelling (ref. 211500), adversely impacting the residential amenity of the area.
  • The development is contrary to Policy RD POL 9 and Section 10.7 of the Meath County Development Plan 2013-2019 and is inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3Section 10.4RD POL 9Section 10.19RD POL 38RD POL 39RD POL 40WS POL 29WS POL 32Section 10.7

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Niall O'Malley, sought permission for variations to a previously approved planning permission (RA200964) to construct a storey-and-a-half dwelling and detached garage at Quarryland House, Dunboyne, Co. Meath. The site is situated in a rural area under strong urban influence. Meath County Council refused the application because the revised design was deemed to have excessive bulk and scale, failing to meet the standards of the Meath Rural Design Guide. Furthermore, the proposal was...
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