Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a 'Stronger Rural Area' and concerns regarding the development's impact on the rural character and visual amenities of the landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need based on social or economic links to the local area as required for a 'Stronger Rural Area' under Objective RP 5-6.
- The proposed layout and configuration are considered haphazard and disorderly, failing to respect the existing pattern of development or preserve the rural environment.
- The design and proportions of the dwelling would detract from the visual amenities of the area and set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate developments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-6HE 16-21
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a dwelling house and private on-site services at Ballygrace, Churchtown, Mallow, Co. Cork. The site is situated within a 'Stronger Rural Area' as defined by the County Development Plan. The proposal was refused because the applicant did not establish a specific rural housing need in accordance with Objective RP 5-6. Additionally, the Planning Authority determined that the development's layout and design were out of character with the rural landscape, potent...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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