Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate they qualify as a 'local rural person' or meet the specific housing need criteria for the 'local rural area'.
- The proposal is contrary to Objective RH01 of the County Development Plan, which restricts one-off housing to those with an established social or economic need to live in the area.
- The development would contribute to unsustainable random rural development, militating against the preservation of the rural environment and efficient infrastructure provision.
Cited Policies (CDP)
County Development Plan 2013-2019Objective RH01Table 12
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to erect a dwelling and domestic garage at Ballycourcy More, Enniscorthy Rural, a location designated as an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence'. The Planning Authority refused the application because the applicant did not adequately demonstrate a definable economic or social need to reside in this specific rural locality. Consequently, the proposal was deemed to conflict with the County Development Plan's policies on sustainable rural housing and would result in t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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