Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes sporadic rural development and an inappropriate house design that fails to respect the local character and pattern of development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in sporadic infill development in a rural area, leading to uneconomic demands for public services and setting an undesirable precedent.
- The proposed two-storey height is inconsistent with the established pattern of bungalows and dormer bungalows in the surrounding rural setting.
- The scale and massing of the dwelling fail to demonstrate compliance with Policy Objective RP 5-22 regarding the preservation of rural character and landscape fit.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-22
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to construct a new dwelling house at Monagoun, Conna, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the development would encourage sporadic rural sprawl and create pressure for further infill sites, which militates against the preservation of the rural environment. Furthermore, the proposed two-storey design was found to be out of character with the existing built form of the area, failing to meet the requirements of the County Develop...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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