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Two number single storey buildings. Building “A” is currently unoccupied. It’s intended use is for the commercial storage of plant and equipment. Building “B” is occupied by Sublime Landscaping, and it’s use is commercial, for storage of landscaping goods.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes inappropriate development in the Metropolitan Cork Greenbelt and facilitates the consolidation of unauthorized structures and uses.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The retention of the structures would materially contravene greenbelt objectives intended to maintain rural character and prevent development more suitable for zoned settlement lands.
  • The proposal represents piecemeal development that would facilitate the consolidation and intensification of existing unauthorized development on the site.
  • Granting permission for an extension to an unauthorized structure (Building B) is considered inappropriate and contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RP 5-11RP 5-12RP 5-13ZU 18-2

Decision Document Summary

This application sought the retention of two single-storey buildings at Templeusque, Upper Glanmire, Co. Cork. The site is situated within the Metropolitan Cork Greenbelt, where planning policy strictly protects the open and rural character of the landscape. The local authority refused the application because the development contravenes multiple County Development Plan objectives, constitutes piecemeal development, and would facilitate the consolidation of unauthorized structures and uses on the...
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