Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under strong urban influence and concerns regarding traffic safety and ribbon development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to establish a rural-generated housing need for a dwelling at this location, which is designated as an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' in the County Development Plan.
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard by introducing a new entrance onto a busy road where the maximum speed limit applies, interfering with the safety and free flow of traffic.
- The proposal would contribute to and exacerbate a pattern of haphazard ribbon development, which is detrimental to the rural character and visual amenity of the Ballynabanoge area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RS O1Objective RS O2Section 10.2.1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal by Michael Quilligan (Ref: 21/1066) sought permission for a dwellinghouse, garage, and effluent treatment system at Ballynabanoge, Banogue, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area under significant pressure for urban-generated housing. The application was refused because the applicant did not meet the local residency or functional need criteria required by the Limerick County Development Plan. Furthermore, the Planning Authority determined that the development would pose a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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