Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in a designated Strong Rural Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need based on social or economic links to the specific local rural area.
- The Planning Authority determined that the applicant does not meet the criteria for a relaxation in settlement policy as they have not resided in this rural area.
- The proposed development conflicts with settlement policies RCI 2-1 and RCI 4-4 of the Cork County Development Plan 2014, making it contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RCI 2-1RCI 4-4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a new dwelling house at Sycamore, Doneraile, Co. Cork, located within a 'Strong Rural Area' as defined by the Cork County Development Plan 2014. The application was refused because the applicant could not prove a genuine rural-generated housing need through social or economic ties to the locality, particularly as they had not previously resided in the area. As a result, the development was found to be in direct conflict with established settlement policies desi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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