23/4913

Refurbishment and change of use of old stone barn to dwelling house, to include alterations to elevations, new 2-storey extension to the rear, part demolition of sheds and conversion of remainder to domestic garage, construction of effluent treatment plant and associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development is located within a high-probability flood zone (Flood Zone A) where highly vulnerable residential development is restricted under local and national policy.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The site is situated within Flood Zone A as identified in the Cork County Development Plan 2022, indicating a high probability of flooding.
  • The proposal for a new residential dwelling on unzoned land constitutes highly vulnerable development that materially contravenes Objective WM 11-16 of the County Development Plan.
  • The development fails to comply with 'The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines for Planning Authorities 2009' and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

WM 11-16

Decision Document Summary

The application proposed the refurbishment and change of use of an existing stone barn into a residential dwelling at Curra, Innishannon, Co. Cork. The Planning Authority refused the application because the site is located within Flood Zone A, a high-risk flooding area. Under the Cork County Development Plan 2022 and national guidelines, highly vulnerable developments like housing are generally avoided in such zones unless specifically zoned. Consequently, the proposal was deemed a material cont...
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