Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need, excessive development density in a sensitive rural area, and location within a high-risk flood zone.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-based housing need required for development within a 'Rural Area under Strong Urban Influence' as per policy RP 5-4.
- The proposal would result in an excessive concentration of development in the area, militating against the preservation of the rural environment and leading to uneconomic demands for public services.
- The site is located within Flood Zone A, where residential development is restricted to avoid high probability flood risks, contravening objective WM 11-16 and national flood management guidelines.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-4WM 11-16
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a dwelling house and domestic garage at Curra, Killeady, Co. Cork, situated within a 'Rural Area under Strong Urban Influence'. The Planning Authority refused the application on three primary grounds: the lack of a demonstrated rural housing need by the applicant, the negative impact of increased housing density on the rural character and public service efficiency, and the significant risk posed by the site's location within a high-probability flood zone (Flood...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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