Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need and the proposal would create a traffic hazard and contribute to ribbon development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not demonstrated a genuine rural housing need in accordance with the criteria for areas under strong urban influence as set out in the Limerick County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines at the proposed entrance onto a public road where high speeds are prevalent.
- The proposal would contribute to an undesirable pattern of ribbon development in a rural area, which would be detrimental to the visual amenities and character of the countryside.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH P2Objective TR O11Objective RH O1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a single-storey house, garage, and effluent treatment system at Rathwood, Moroe, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under strong urban influence. The application was refused as the applicant failed to meet the local rural housing need criteria, and the development was deemed to pose a traffic safety risk and contribute to unsustainable ribbon development in the locality....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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