Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine need for the proposed ancillary family accommodation in accordance with County Development Plan policy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that a genuine need for the proposed granny flat has been established by the applicant.
- The proposed development is inconsistent with the specific policy criteria for ancillary family accommodation set out in the County Development Plan 2014.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 5.7.12Section 5.7.13
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a detached granny flat and associated upgrades to the rear of an existing dwelling at Inchinaneave, Kilbarry, Macroom. The application was refused by the Planning Authority because it failed to meet the requirements of the Cork County Development Plan 2014 regarding the provision of ancillary family accommodation. Specifically, the applicant did not prove a genuine need for the unit, leading to concerns that the development would set a negative precedent...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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