Core Refusal Reason
The proposal represents an inefficient use of zoned residential land and is premature pending the finalization of the Northern Relief Road route.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The low-density nature of the proposal constitutes an inefficient use of land zoned for Medium Density Residential Development (Objective R-12) near the town centre.
- The site layout encompasses the entire roadside boundary, which would block access to and prevent the orderly development of zoned lands to the rear.
- The development is premature as it could prejudice the future provision of the Northern Relief Road Distributor Route identified in the Clonakilty Town Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective R-12Strategic Policy Objective 6.1
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the demolition of an existing dwelling and the construction of a new replacement house at Scartagh, Clonakilty, Co. Cork. The site is primarily zoned for Medium Density Residential Development (Objective R-12) and is situated in close proximity to the town centre. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that the low-density proposal represents an inefficient use of zoned land and would landlock potential development sites to the rear. Additionally, ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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