Core Refusal Reason
The proposal is considered speculative development in a 'Structurally Weak Rural Area', materially contravening Policy Objective RP 5-8 of the Cork County Development Plan 2022.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located within a 'Structurally Weak Rural Area' where housing must be based on permanent residential development rather than speculative projects.
- The proposed development materially contravenes Policy Objective RP 5-8 of the Cork County Development Plan 2022.
- Granting permission would facilitate the encroachment of random rural development, which is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-8
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a detached storey and a half dwelling house at Lyravuckane, Cullen, Mallow, Co. Cork. The site is situated in an area designated as a 'Structurally Weak Rural Area' in the Cork County Development Plan 2022. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the proposal was speculative in nature, failing to meet the criteria for permanent residential development required by Policy Objective RP 5-8. Consequently, the development was deemed to co...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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