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the construction of a new detached residential dwelling with detached domestic garage, proprietary wastewater treatment system and percolation area, new site entrance from road to enter the site including any necessary pruning of existing hedgerows, landscaping and all ancillary site works. The application will also include relocating existing agricultural entrance

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to the failure to demonstrate a site-specific local housing need and the creation of undesirable ribbon development in a rural area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide robust evidence of a local housing need as required for a 'Strong Rural Area' under Section 10.4 of the Meath County Development Plan 2013-2019.
  • The proposed development would exacerbate an existing linear pattern of development, resulting in undesirable ribbon development that is prejudicial to the amenities of the area.
  • The site is not located on immediate family lands, and alternative zoned lands or rural nodes are available closer to the applicant's qualifying family residence.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 4RD POL 5Section 10.4Section 10.5RD POL 9Section 10.19RD POL 28RD POL 29RD OBJ 6WS POL 29WS POL 32

Decision Document Summary

Rebecca Murphy sought outline planning permission for a detached dwelling, domestic garage, and proprietary wastewater treatment system at Oristown, Kells, Co. Meath. The site is located within a 'Strong Rural Area' and the Gibstown Gaeltacht. Meath County Council refused the application because the applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specific local housing need, noting the 6.2km distance from the family home was excessive. Additionally, the development was deemed to constitute undesirable ri...
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