Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need for a second dwelling in an area zoned 'RU' (Rural).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant does not meet the criteria set out in the Fingal Rural Settlement Strategy for a rural-generated housing need.
- The proposal to construct a second dwelling in a rural area is inconsistent with the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 policies.
- The development would materially contravene the 'RU' zoning objective and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.5.15.3Zoning Objective 'RU'
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a detached single-storey dwelling to the rear of an existing property at Channel Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. The site is situated in a rural area governed by the 'RU' zoning objective. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that the applicant failed to satisfy the Rural Settlement Strategy requirements for a genuine rural-generated housing need, particularly as the proposal represented a second dwelling for the applicant in a rural setting, ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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