214404

Permission for (1) retention and change of use of existing temporary living accommodation into dwelling house incl. alterations to same (2) construction of new extension (3) removal of existing wastewater treatment system & installation of new wastewater treatment system (4) construction of new vehicle access and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence' as required by the Cork County Development Plan.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need based on social or economic links to the specific local rural area.
  • The 7-year residency requirement was not satisfied because time spent living in unauthorised accommodation cannot be counted toward the qualifying period.
  • The development materially contravenes Policy Objective RCI 4-2 concerning sustainable rural housing and is contrary to the proper planning of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RCI 4-2RCI 4-2(d)

Decision Document Summary

The application sought permission for the retention and change of use of temporary living accommodation at Coolmoreen, Innishannon, Co. Cork. The site is situated within a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence' under the Cork County Development Plan 2014. The proposal was refused because the applicant did not evidence the required 7 years of residency to establish a genuine rural housing need, specifically noting that time spent in unauthorised living quarters is ineligible. As a result, the ...
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