Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate an exceptional rural housing need in a City Hinterland zone and negative visual impact on the landscape due to the site's prominent, elevated nature.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate an exceptional rural-generated housing need required for development within the City Hinterland zoning, which is under significant urban pressure.
- The proposed development is contrary to sustainable rural housing policies set out in the Cork City Development Plan 2022 and the National Planning Framework.
- The siting, scale, and expansive layout of the dwelling on a prominent, elevated site would create an unduly obtrusive feature that detracts from the visual and landscape amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Paragraph 3.53Objective 11.9Policy Objective 11.10National Policy Objective 19
Decision Document Summary
Sean Crowley sought permission for a single-storey dwelling, garage, and associated works at a site adjacent to Comeragh House, Killowen, Blarney. The application was refused by Cork City Council primarily because the applicant did not establish a genuine rural housing need for the City Hinterland location. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the proposed design and elevated site position would negatively impact the local landscape character and visual amenities, failing to meet...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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