Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes unsustainable ribbon development and an excessive concentration of suburban-style housing in a rural area under strong urban influence, leading to the erosion of rural character and inefficient infrastructure provision.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would contribute to an undesirable concentration of suburban-type housing in a rural area, militating against the preservation of the rural environment and the efficient provision of public services.
- The proposal fails to demonstrate that it would not necessitate the removal of extensive hedgerows or boundary treatments, thereby exacerbating the suburbanisation and erosion of the area's rural character.
- The project would result in ribbon development, conflicting with specific rural housing objectives and national guidelines intended to prevent unsustainable development patterns.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective GI 6-1(e)RCI 6-1GI 6-1HE 4-6RCI 6-3
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a new dwelling house and associated site works at Bunkilla, Donoughmore, Co. Cork, within a 'Rural Area Under Stronger Urban Influence.' The Planning Authority refused the application primarily because the development would exacerbate an existing pattern of suburban-style ribbon development, leading to the erosion of the rural landscape and inefficient public service demands. Furthermore, the proposal was deemed contrary to several County Development Plan o...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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