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the construction of a new dormer-style dwelling, a garage to the rear of the site for domestic use only, a foul water treatment system and percolation area, an upgrade of the existing entrance to allow for a setback from the road, new piers and gates and all other associated site development work

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional rural housing need and the proposal seeks a new access onto a restricted regional road, contravening specific County Development Plan policies.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional economic or social requirement to reside in this 'Area of Special Control' as required by Policy SSP-27 of the Offaly County Development Plan 2021-2027.
  • The proposed development would involve a new vehicular access onto a Restricted Regional Road (R-402), which materially contravenes Policy SMAP-26 regarding the preservation of traffic capacity and safety on strategic routes.
  • The applicant has previously owned a rural dwelling house, which is contrary to the eligibility criteria (Criterion 2) of Policy SSP-27 for housing in this rural designation.

Cited Policies (CDP)

SSP-27SMAP-26SSP-30Section 8.6.2Table 8.4Figure 8.10

Decision Document Summary

Barry Corcoran sought planning permission for a 151sqm dormer-style dwelling and a 75.3sqm garage at Killeen, Mountlucas, Daingean, Co. Offaly. The site, which contains a derelict structure deemed abandoned, is located in a 'Structurally Weaker Rural Area' but is subject to 'Area of Special Control' policies due to its location on a Restricted Regional Road (R-402). Offaly County Council refused the application as the applicant did not demonstrate a local housing need under Policy SSP-27 and the...
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