Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need in an area designated as a 'Rural Area Under Significant Urban Influence', contrary to Objective KCDP 5-14.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need as required by Objective KCDP 5-14 for areas under Significant Urban Influence.
- The proposed development is located in a Visually Sensitive Area, and while the visual impact was rated as acceptable, the proposal fails to meet the fundamental rural settlement policy requirements.
- Granting permission would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area by facilitating non-essential housing in a restricted rural zone.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-14KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78Section 5.5.1Section 5.5.1.1Section 11.6.3Section 11.6.3.1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a 220sqm single-storey attic-style dwelling, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system at Ballymacpior, Killorglin, Co. Kerry. The site is located approximately 800m north of Killorglin town in an area designated as a 'Rural Area Under Significant Urban Influence' and a 'Visually Sensitive Area' under the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028. Although the Planning Authority found the visual impact, traffic safety, and effluent disposal arrangements to...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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