Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in a Tourism and Rural Diversification Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient social or economic links to the local rural area to satisfy the housing need criteria.
- The proposed development would materially contravene objectives RP 5-2 and RP 5-5 of the Cork County Development Plan 2022.
- The proposal is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to its non-compliance with rural housing policy.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-2RP 5-5
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a two-storey dwelling house, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system at Bealad West, Rossmore, Clonakilty. The site is located within a 'Tourism and Rural Diversification Area' as defined by the Cork County Development Plan 2022. The application was refused because the Planning Authority determined that the applicant did not meet the specific criteria for a rural-generated housing need, thereby failing to comply with sustainable rural housing ob...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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