22/4376

The demolition of existing dwellinghouse, construction of new dwellinghouse and garage in lieu thereof, new entrance, wastewater treatment system, together with all other ancillary site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate rural housing need and negative visual impact due to inappropriate design and scale on an elevated site.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicants failed to demonstrate that they meet the rural-generated housing need criteria required for a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence'.
  • The proposed dwelling's design and scale are considered excessive for the specific topography of the site.
  • The development would result in an obtrusive feature on the landscape, causing significant injury to the visual amenities of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RCI 4-2

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved the demolition of an existing dwellinghouse and the construction of a new replacement dwelling at Farran, Co. Cork. The site is located within a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence' as designated by the Cork County Development Plan 2014. The application was refused primarily because the applicants did not establish a functional rural housing need in accordance with policy RCI 4-2. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the scale and design of the house, co...
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