Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need within the Cork Metropolitan Greenbelt and the promotion of unsustainable ribbon development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal would contribute to an excessive concentration of suburban ribboning and unsustainable linear development in an unserviced rural area outside of zoned lands.
- The development would be injurious to the scenic and visual amenities of the rural environment and would lead to uneconomic demands for public services and infrastructure.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine exceptional rural-generated housing need based on social or economic links as required by the Cork Metropolitan Greenbelt settlement policies.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RCI 4-1RCI 2-1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a dwelling house, domestic vehicular entrance, and treatment system at Broomfield East, Midleton, Co. Cork. The site is located within the Cork Metropolitan Greenbelt, an area under significant development pressure. The application was refused because it would exacerbate unsustainable ribbon development and promote commuting patterns contrary to national and local guidelines. Furthermore, the Planning Authority determined that the applicant did not meet the spe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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