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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
File Ref: 26/60314
Applicant: Brenda and Colin Carragher
Advertised Development Description: Permission for construction of a single-storey
extension to the side elevation of an existing dwelling, and all associated site works.
Location: Beagh, Carrickmacross.
Site Details
The site comprises an established rural residential holding featuring a dormer dwelling and
detached garage. The property is characterised by extensive lawned areas, hardstanding and
mature boundary hedging, set within an open agricultural landscape.
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Relevant Planning History
The site was established under planning file number 08/421.
Referrals
None required.
Submissions/Observations/Objections
None.
Appropriate Assessment
Under Article 6(3) of the EU Habitats Directive and Regulation 30 of SI no. 94/1997
“European Communities (Natural Habitats) Regulations” (1997) any plan or project which
has the potential to significantly impact on the integrity of a Natura 2000 site (i.e. an SAC or
SPA) must be subject to an Appropriate Assessment. This requirement is also detailed under
Section 177(U) of the Planning and Development Acts (2000-2010).
The site is removed from any Natura 2000 sites and there are no significant pathway
connectors in the vicinity.
Having regard to the context and the development as proposed, and the activities associated
with the development proposal both during and post construction works, it is taken that it is
not necessary for an Appropriate Assessment to be carried out in relation to this
development.
Planning Assessment
Section 15.10.1 (Alterations and Extensions to Dwellings) and Policy AEDP 1 of the County
Development Plan 2025-2031 pertain:
➢ The modest design acceptably accords with the existing house.
➢ No overshadowing, overlooking or overbearing concerns arise.
Conclusions
A grant of permission is recommended. Having regard to the <40sqm floor area and Section
19(i) of the Monaghan County Council Development Contribution Scheme 2021-2026, a
community, recreation and amenity development contribution is not due in this instance.
Recommendation
That Permission is GRANTED subject to the following conditions:
1. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the plans and documents
submitted on the 23/07/2026.
Reason: In the interest of proper planning and sustainable development.
Ben Clerkin
Planner
04/09/2026