Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a longstanding social link to the lakeside area as required by Rural Housing Objective RHO 4, resulting in haphazard development in a scenic landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a longstanding social link to the specific lakeside area, as their family home is located within Foxford town rather than the immediate rural vicinity.
- The proposed development would constitute haphazard development in a scenic rural and lakeside area, which would militate against the preservation of the rural environment.
- The development would interfere with the character of the coastal landscape, which the Planning Authority considers necessary to preserve in accordance with proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028Rural Housing Objective RHO 4Mayo Rural Housing Design Guideline 2008EPA Code of Practice for Domestic Wastewater Treatment Systems (2021)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a new dwelling house, domestic garage, and septic tank at Corlummin, Foxford, Co. Mayo, a site located in a rural lakeside setting adjacent to the River Moy SAC and Lough Conn. While internal reports raised significant concerns regarding the proportion and massing of the house design, the ultimate refusal was based on policy non-compliance. The application was refused because the applicant did not satisfy Rural Housing Objective RHO 4 of the Mayo County Develo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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