Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes inappropriate development within the Metropolitan Cork Greenbelt, contributing to urban sprawl, ribbon development, and visual injury to the rural landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in an excessive density of suburban-style ribbon development, undermining the specific purpose and character of the Metropolitan Greenbelt.
- The siting, design, and height of the dwelling on an open, elevated site would create an incongruous structure injurious to the scenic and rural character of the area.
- Granting permission would contravene specific County Development Plan objectives aimed at preventing urban sprawl and preserving the Greenbelt for agriculture, open space, and biodiversity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RP 5-12Objective RP 5-13Objective RP 5-14Objective GI 14-9
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a dwelling house and domestic wastewater treatment system at Ballynametagh, Carrigaline, Co. Cork. The site is situated within the Metropolitan Cork Greenbelt, an area under significant development pressure where planning policy strictly limits non-agricultural development to prevent urban sprawl. The planning authority refused the application because the proposal would exacerbate ribbon development and result in an unwarranted concentration of suburban-sty...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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