Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is considered urban-generated housing in a rural area (RU zoning) that does not meet the 'exceptional circumstances' criteria required by Policy H22, and lacks sufficient technical information regarding services and drainage.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development fails to satisfy the requirements of the South Dublin County Council Development Plan's rural housing policies, as the applicants' desire to downsize does not constitute an exceptional circumstance.
- The proposed dwelling would exacerbate ribbon development on a substandard rural road network that lacks adequate pedestrian and drainage facilities, creating a traffic hazard.
- Insufficient technical detail was submitted regarding water supply, surface water drainage, and wastewater disposal to ensure the protection of public health and the environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy H20Policy H21Policy H22Policy H27Section 2.5.0Section 11.3.4 (ii)H22 Objective 1H27 Objective 1
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for the subdivision of a site at 'Radharc' on Woodtown Way, Dublin 16, to construct a split-level, two-storey, two-bedroom detached house. The site is located in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains in a rural area zoned 'RU' (to protect and improve rural amenity). The Planning Authority refused permission for six reasons, primarily citing urban-generated housing, landscape impact, and traffic hazards. While the Inspector acknowledged the applicants' 50-year res...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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