Core Refusal Reason
The proposal would exacerbate ribbon development and lead to an unsustainable intensification of housing in a rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would contribute to and worsen the existing pattern of ribbon development in the vicinity.
- The intensification of development would result in future demands for the uneconomic extension of public facilities to the area.
- The development conflicts with the Cork County Development Plan 2014 and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the region.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This planning application sought permission for a two-bedroom bungalow, a wastewater treatment unit, and a percolation area at Parknakilla, Mitchelstown, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the proposal on the grounds that the site is located in an area already characterized by ribbon development. It was determined that permitting the dwelling would further intensify this unsustainable pattern, leading to inefficient demands for public infrastructure and violating the strategic objectives of t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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