Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence' and concerns regarding excessive development density and negative visual impact on the landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional rural housing need or a significant connection to the specific townland of Dirtane as required by the Rural Settlement Policy for areas under urban influence.
- The proposed development would contribute to an excessive density of linear residential development along the Regional Public Road, leading to visual obtrusiveness and a negative impact on the rural character of the area.
- The project contravenes specific landscape protection objectives of the Kerry County Development Plan and would set an undesirable precedent that would injure the amenities of the locality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-15KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78
Decision Document Summary
David Rice sought planning permission to construct a 201.06 sqm single-storey dwelling and a 31.50 sqm garage at Dirtane, Ballyheigue, Co. Kerry. The site is located within a 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence' along the R-551. Kerry County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant did not meet the criteria for rural housing need, as his ties were to Glenderry rather than the immediate townland. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the proposal would result i...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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