Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need (social or economic) as required for a site located within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence'.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant does not meet the social or economic criteria for a rural house in an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' as defined in the Development Plan.
- The proposed development would result in random rural development that undermines the rural character and environment of the area.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that do not comply with local housing need policies.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.11.2Policy Objective H 28Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
Noel Coffey sought permission for a single-storey house, garage, and associated services at Cush of Grange, Co. Waterford, a site located within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence'. Despite claims of an economic need based on livestock farming, the Planning Authority determined that the applicant failed to satisfy the local housing need criteria set out in Section 7.11.2 of the Development Plan. The application was refused as it would constitute random rural development, contravene establishe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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