23/6141

(a) Demolition of non-habitable structures on site, (b) Construction of part single storey/part two storey dwelling house, (c) Construction of detached domestic garage, (d) to install sewerage treatment system, (e) to close off exiting agricultural entrance and construct new splayed entrance and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need within a designated Town Greenbelt area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The site is located within a Town Greenbelt where development is restricted to those with a proven rural housing need.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of social or economic links to the area to satisfy the criteria of objective RP 5-4.
  • The proposal materially contravenes the County Development Plan and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RP 5-4RP 5-20

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the demolition of non-habitable structures and the construction of a new dwelling at Garraunigerinagh, Grange, Fermoy, Co. Cork. The site is situated within the Town Greenbelt 1-1 surrounding Fermoy, an area where new housing is strictly controlled under the 2022 County Development Plan. The application was refused because the applicant did not demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need based on social or economic ties, leading to a material contravention of plannin...
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