Core Refusal Reason
The proposal is contrary to the City Hinterland zoning objectives and the applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in an area under strong urban pressure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is located within the City Hinterland Zone and is considered contrary to the provisions of Section 3.53 of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The development would contravene the plan's objectives to protect and improve rural amenity and provide for agricultural development, thus being contrary to proper planning.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of an exceptional, genuine, and justifiable rural-generated housing need as required for areas under strong urban pressure.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.53Policy Objective 11.9Objective 3.13National Policy Objective 19
Decision Document Summary
Angela O Leary sought permission for a new dwelling house, vehicular entrance, and wastewater treatment system at Coolatanavally, Carrigrohane, Co. Cork. The application was refused by Cork City Council because the site is located within the City Hinterland Zone where development is restricted to protect rural character and agricultural use. Furthermore, the applicant did not demonstrate a specific rural-generated housing need, making the proposal contrary to both local and national planning pol...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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