Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a substantiated local housing need in an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' as required by Policy Objective H28 of the Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine economic or social housing need to reside at this specific rural location as they are not from the local area.
- The proposed development is located in an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' where strict criteria apply to prevent urban-generated housing in the open countryside.
- Granting permission would conflict with the housing policies of the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028 and be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective H28Policy Objective H29WCCC Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
Craig and Anne Martin sought permission to construct a 312.82 sq.m dormer dwelling and a 137.36 sq.m detached shed on a 0.906-hectare agricultural site at Leperstown, Dunmore East. The site is situated within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' under the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028. Although the applicants cited their involvement in the Amish community and a desire for a self-sustainable lifestyle, the application was refused because they failed to demonstrate a substan...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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