Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a sufficient social or economic link to the rural area, as required by Objective RHO-1 of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 for areas under strong urban influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located within a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' where strict housing eligibility criteria apply to prevent urban sprawl.
- The planning authority is not satisfied that the applicant has established a genuine social or economic link to the specific rural locality in accordance with Objective RHO-1.
- Granting permission would materially contravene the rural housing policies of the County Development Plan and set an undesirable precedent for similar unsustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RHO 1Section 3.4.8Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Frank Moran, sought permission to construct a 129sqm single-storey dwelling and a wastewater treatment system on a 0.68HA site at Drumrevagh, Ballina, Co. Mayo. The site is situated in a rural area under strong urban influence and is in close proximity to the River Moy SAC. While technical aspects such as design, sightlines, and flood risk were considered acceptable, the application was refused because the applicant failed to demonstrate a qualifying social or economic link to the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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