Core Refusal Reason
Material contravention of land use zoning for open space and recreational amenities, and development on protected steep slopes.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development materially contravenes zoning objectives GR-01 and ZU 18-13, which reserve the land for open space and recreational use rather than residential development.
- The proposal violates objective DB-02 by attempting to build on steep slopes north of Ballinhassig village that are designated as an important part of the village setting.
- The project is deemed contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to its conflict with established green infrastructure and landscape protection policies.
Cited Policies (CDP)
GR-01ZU 18-13DB-02
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to construct a new dwelling house and install a domestic waste water system at Rearour & Barrett's Hill, Ballinhassig, Co. Cork. The site is located on steep slopes north of the village, which are specifically protected under the Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028. The application was refused because the proposal conflicts with land use zoning for open space and recreational amenities (GR-01 and ZU 18-13) and violates objective DB-02, which prohibits developme...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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