Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes undesirable ribbon development, fails to meet rural housing need criteria for an Area under Strong Urban Influence, and lacks adequate wastewater treatment details.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would exacerbate an existing pattern of linear ribbon development, further detracting from the rural character and amenities of the Ballylibernagh area.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that they meet the specific eligibility criteria for a one-off house in an Area under Strong Urban Influence as required by the Development Plan.
- Insufficient technical information was submitted regarding the proposed effluent treatment system, rendering the proposal contrary to public health standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 18.12.1Table 12Objective RH01
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a fully serviced dwelling house and garage at Ballylibernagh, Bridgetown. The local authority refused permission primarily because the site would create an infill development that intensifies suburban-style ribbon development in a rural setting. Additionally, the applicant did not establish compliance with local housing need policies for areas under strong urban pressure, and the application lacked the necessary detail to confirm the safety and efficacy ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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