Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the failure to demonstrate a rural housing need, negative landscape impact from an extensive access laneway, and the absence of an Appropriate Assessment screening report for a site adjoining a Special Area of Conservation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need for the specific location, which is classified as a 'stronger rural area' under the development plan.
- The proposed lengthy access laneway across an adjoining field would create an unnecessary roadway that negatively impacts the natural landscape and character of the area.
- The omission of a Stage 1 Appropriate Assessment Screening prevents the Planning Authority from ensuring the development would not adversely affect the integrity of the Lough Oughter and Associated Loughs SAC.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RH 01Objective RH 07Objective SD 01Chapter 12.13.2Chapter 12.13.2.10Section 12.13.2.1
Decision Document Summary
David and Shelley Kennedy sought permission for a part single, part one-and-a-half storey dwelling and associated works at Quivvy, Belturbet, Co. Cavan, adjacent to Edenterriff Lough. The site is located in a 'stronger rural area' and adjoins a Special Area of Conservation. The local authority refused the application because the applicants did not prove a specific rural housing need, the proposed long access road was deemed visually intrusive to the landscape, and the lack of an Appropriate Asse...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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