2360256: The renovation and extension of an existing derelict cottage for use as a residential dwelling, including the installation of a wastewater treatment system and all associated site works. Retention is also required for a mobile home unit onsite for a temporary period until the completion of the construction works, and a driveway off existing vehicular site entrance to access the cottage. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in relation to the development and accompanies this planning application

Refusal reasons

Conditions

• 1Development to be carried out per plans received 03/11/2023 (amended 23/01/2024). Supersedes reg. ref. 20/333.Compliance
• 2Permission authorises only the detailed development; excludes other unapproved works.Compliance
• 3Mobile home retention limited to max 3 years or completion of works. Must be removed, disconnected from WWT system, and ground restored. Limited to ancillary storage/residential use. Evidence of removal required within 3 months of occupation.Occupancy
• 4Cottage not to be sold or conveyed separately from the site/existing dwelling.Compliance
• 5NIS mitigation measures must be strictly adhered to and implemented in full.Environment Ecology
• 6Driveway/parking to have unbound gravelled surface (no concrete/tarmac). Lines of sight per DMRB and Drawing A.02 established prior to commencement.Traffic Access
• 7Surface water contained on site per BRE Digest 365. No runoff to road/adjacent properties. Inspection manholes required. No materials/debris on public road. Road Opening License required for any road/footpath opening.Wastewater Drainage
• 8Sand polishing filter flush out valves required. WWT system per EPA Code of Practice (PE ≤ 10). Certificate of Compliance with as-constructed drawings required before first occupation. System tested per I.S. EN 12566. No surface water infiltration. Grease trap installed. Disconnect mobile home from existing septic tank.Wastewater Drainage
• 9Connection agreement with Irish Water required prior to commencement. Comply with CDS Technical Documentation. Subject to Irish Water Capital Investment Programme constraints.Water Services
• 10Construction hours restricted to Mon-Fri 08.00-18.00 and Sat 08.00-13.00. No work on Sundays/Bank Holidays without prior written approval.Construction Management
• 11Service poles relocated prior to construction at applicant expense. All ESB/telecom cables located underground.Traffic Access
• 12Consult Chief Fire Officer prior to commencement and comply with fire safety requirements.Compliance