Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in an area designated as being under Significant Urban Influence, specifically contravening Objective KCDP 5-14.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to satisfy the Planning Authority that the proposal constitutes an exceptional rural-generated housing need based on social or economic links to the area as required by Objective KCDP 5-14.
- Information submitted with the application indicates the proposed dwelling is not the applicant's first home, as their current residence is presently listed for sale.
- The proposal does not meet the criteria for residing adjacent to immediate family members for essential care purposes as defined under Objective KCDP 5-14 (d).
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-14KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78
Decision Document Summary
Maurice Sugrue applied for permission to construct a 211sqm single-storey dwelling and install a wastewater treatment system on a 0.241ha site at Manor East, Tralee. The site is located in an unzoned rural area outside the Tralee town boundary, categorized as being under Significant Urban Influence. Kerry County Council refused the application because the applicant failed to demonstrate a functional or social need to live in this rural area. The planner noted that the applicant is not a first-ti...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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