Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate an exceptional rural-generated housing need in an area designated as a Rural Area under Significant Urban Influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to demonstrate an exceptional rural-generated housing need as required by Objective KCDP 5-14 for developments within a 'Rural Area under Significant Urban Influence'.
- The proposed site is located in a 'Visually Sensitive Area' on the seaward side of a public road where a high density of one-off houses already negatively impacts the rural character.
- Granting permission would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to non-compliance with the rural settlement policies of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 5-14Objective KCDP 5-17Objective KCDP 5-18Objective KCDP 5-19Objective KCDP 5-20Objective KCDP 5-21Objective KCDP 5-22Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a 137sqm bungalow-style dwelling and detached garage on a 0.206ha site at Cromane Lower, Killorglin, Co. Kerry. The site is located on the seaward side of the L-4033 in an area designated as both a 'Rural Area under Significant Urban Influence' and a 'Visually Sensitive Area'. Kerry County Council refused the application primarily because the applicants did not demonstrate a qualifying rural housing need under Objective KCDP 5-14. Additionally, the planner note...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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