22/540

(1) Demolition of two no. semi-detached houses and a garage, (2) Construction of four no. dwelling houses which includes 2 blocks of 2 no. semi-detached dwelling houses with parking at the front, (3) Construction of a single entrance to facilitate the complete development and (4) all ancillary siteworks including boundary treatments and landscaping

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development is located within a high-risk flood area (Flood Zone A) where residential development is restricted.

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 proposed residential development is considered highly vulnerable and does not comply with the policy to avoid such development in high-risk flood zones.
  • The proposal materially contravenes Objective WM 11-16 of the County Development Plan and fails to meet the requirements of the 2009 Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective WM 11-16

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for the demolition of two semi-detached houses and a garage, followed by new construction at Derrigra, Enniskeane, Co. Cork. The Planning Authority refused the proposal because the subject lands are located within Flood Zone A. Under the Cork County Development Plan 2022 and national flood risk guidelines, highly vulnerable developments like residential housing are to be avoided in areas with a high probability of flooding to ensure proper planning and sustaina...
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