Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need and unresolved planning status of an existing dwelling on the family landholding.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to establish a genuine rural housing need as required by the 'RU' zoning and the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
- The proposal materially contravenes the Rural Settlement Strategy and national planning policy frameworks regarding rural housing.
- The presence of an undocumented dwelling on the family landholding makes the application premature and sets an undesirable precedent until its status is clarified.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 3Chapter 14Objective SPQHO81Table 3.5Rural Settlement Strategy
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a single-storey dwelling and wastewater treatment system at North Hill, Rush, Co. Dublin, on lands zoned 'RU' (Rural). The application was refused because the applicant did not meet the specific criteria for rural housing need outlined in the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029. Additionally, the planning authority identified an existing dwelling on the family lands with no clear planning history, leading to concerns about unauthorized development and the premat...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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