2660

For the construction of a new single storey detached dwelling house, the removal of an existing shed and the provision of a new vehicular entrance and access road, boundary treatments and all ancillary and associated site and & drainage works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate a local rural housing need in an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' and the inappropriate backland nature of the site which would lead to uncoordinated development.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local rural housing need as required by Section 7.11.2 of the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028 for areas under strong urban influence.
  • The proposed development is considered backland in nature and its proximity to the existing built-up area of Kilmeaden would represent uncoordinated and ad-hoc development.
  • The proposal would prejudice the orderly and sustainable development of Kilmeaden village and would therefore be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 7.11.2Policy H28

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for a single-storey detached dwelling, a new vehicular entrance, and associated works at Adamstown, Kilmeaden, Co. Waterford. The site is located within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' and is zoned for agriculture. The application was refused because the applicants failed to meet the criteria for local rural housing need set out in the County Development Plan. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the backland nature of the site would result i...
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