Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in a Strong Rural Area, particularly as the applicant already owns a property in the vicinity.
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 area.
- The applicant already owns an existing property within the vicinity of the site, which disqualifies them from meeting the criteria for a relaxation in settlement policy.
- The proposed development conflicts with the settlement policies RCI 2-1 and RCI 4-4 of the Cork County Development Plan 2014.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RCI 2-1RCI 4-4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a part two-storey and part single-storey dwelling house at Ballygriggan, Castletownroche, Co. Cork. The site is located within a designated 'Strong Rural Area' under the Cork County Development Plan 2014, where housing is restricted to those with a proven rural-generated need. The application was refused because the applicant already owns a property in the area, meaning they failed to demonstrate a genuine social or economic necessity for an additional d...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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