Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area designated as under urban influence, specifically failing to meet the criteria of Objective KCDP 5-15 of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to establish a functional rural housing need for the specific site location, as they are originally from Fenit and Ballyroe rather than the immediate local area.
- The proposed development is located in a 'Rural Area under Urban Influence' where strict settlement policies apply to prevent unsustainable development patterns.
- Granting permission would directly contravene Objective KCDP 5-15 of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-15KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78
Decision Document Summary
Joanna Walsh and Tony Barrett sought permission for a single-storey dwelling with attic development and a mechanical treatment unit at Sackville, Ardfert, Co. Kerry. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under urban influence. While the applicants submitted medical documentation, the Planning Authority concluded that they did not meet the specific rural settlement criteria, as they are originally from Fenit and Ballyroe and would not be living beside family members as required ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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