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Submitter
Name Damian Murphy
Address 19 Cois Locha Doohamlet Co. Monaghan A75XH66
Note
I wish to make the following observations in relation to this planning application: The
existing dwelling at House No. 19 is set into sloping ground, with the surrounding landform
rising and falling across the boundary with the application site. While the submitted
drawings identify this dwelling in outline, no information is provided in relation to existing
ground levels, finished floor levels, or comparative site sections incorporating this property.
Given the sloping nature of the land, relative level information and cross-sections are
required in order to allow a proper assessment of the impact of the proposed dwellings on
privacy, outlook, and residential amenity. I also note the close proximity of the proposed
House No. 45 to the boundary with House No. 19. It is noted that the proposed layout would
position House No. 45 closer to the boundary with House No. 19 than is generally evident
between existing neighbouring dwellings in the surrounding area. When considered in
conjunction with the difference in ground levels between the application site and the existing
dwelling, the proposed two-storey height has the potential to result in an overbearing and
visually dominant impact when viewed from House No. 19. In this context, consideration
should be given to measures such as reduced building height, increased setback from the
boundary, or alternative design solutions to ensure that residential amenity standards are
adequately protected. In addition, I note the proposed boundary fencing as indicated on the
plans. Given the sloping nature of the land along this boundary, the stated fence height may
result in a structure that appears significantly higher when viewed from adjoining properties.
In its current form, the fencing does not appear to reflect the established character or visual
amenity of the village and may result in an overly dominant or visually intrusive boundary
treatment. The height, design, and materials of the proposed fencing should be assessed
with regard to ground levels and the surrounding village context. Finally, the wastewater
infrastructure serving this area has been reliant on regular sewage tankering for several
months, at times involving multiple visits per day. Strong sewer-type odours are frequently
noticeable outdoors in the vicinity of nearby homes, a playground, and a school. This
suggests that the system may be operating at or beyond its intended capacity. Current
capacity, reliance on tankering, odour mitigation measures, and any planned permanent
solutions should be considered as part of the planning assessment, particularly in the
context of accommodating additional development.
In relation to application
File Number 2560489
Name Partnership Connolly
Address Doohamlat Castleblayney, County Monaghan A75CF58 RECEIVED: 06/01/2026