Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in ribbon development in a rural area under significant housing pressure, contrary to the Cork County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal would result in the creation of ribbon development due to the site's location between existing dwellings and its extensive road frontage.
- The development would detract from the rural character of the area and set an undesirable precedent for similar future development in the locality.
- The project is contrary to Objective RP 5-24 of the Cork County Development Plan and the principles of proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-24
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a new dwellinghouse and domestic garage at Templemichael, White's Cross, Co. Cork, within a rural area identified as being under significant housing pressure. The planning authority refused the application primarily because the site's development would contribute to ribbon development, given the presence of four adjoining dwellings to the west and additional housing to the east. It was determined that the proposal would erode the rural character of the landsca...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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