Core Refusal Reason
Material contravention of land use zoning objectives for open space and recreational amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development materially contravenes Land Use Zoning Objectives GR-01 and ZU 18-13 of the Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The subject lands are specifically reserved for recreational and amenity uses, with development restricted to supporting Green Infrastructure.
- Granting permission for a dwelling on these lands would conflict with the preservation of open space and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
GR-01ZU 18-13
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought planning permission to construct a dwelling house and install a domestic waste water treatment system at Rearour & Barrett's Hill, Ballinhassig, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the site is located on lands zoned for open space and recreational amenities under the Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028. The proposal was found to be a material contravention of policy objectives GR-01 and ZU 18-13, which mandate that such lands be used ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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