Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its negative impact on the setting of multiple archaeological monuments and the applicant's failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need within a designated Town Greenbelt.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would adversely impact the archaeological setting of several Recorded Monuments, including megalithic structures, burial grounds, and a bullaun stone.
- The applicant did not provide sufficient evidence of a genuine rural-generated housing need based on social or economic links to the local area as required for the Town Greenbelt.
- The proposal materially contravenes settlement and heritage objectives of the Cork County Development Plan 2022 and the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines.
Cited Policies (CDP)
HE 16-2RP 5-4
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a dwelling house and garage at Derrymihin West, Castletownbere. The Planning Authority refused the development on two main grounds: first, the proximity to and impact on the setting of five recorded archaeological monuments; and second, the site's location within the Town Greenbelt. Under the Cork County Development Plan 2022, development in this zone is restricted to those with a proven rural need, which the applicant failed to establish, making the propos...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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