Core Refusal Reason
The document provided (File Ref: 25/60077) indicates a recommendation to 'Grant Permission'; the only refusal mentioned is a historical 'Extension of Duration Refused' for a previous 2013 application (Ref: 13/9004).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant is not required to demonstrate a rural housing need as the site is located within a Category 2 'Remaining Rural Area' under the Monaghan County Development Plan.
- The proposed dwelling is considered to integrate successfully with the landscape and will not cause a detrimental impact on the rural character of the area, provided mature boundaries are retained.
- An Appropriate Assessment is not required as there are no known significant pathway connectors to the Kilroosky Lough Cluster Natura 2000 site located within 15km.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 2.8.2Section 3.6Section 15.16Section 15.16.1Section 15.17Table 15.4Section 15.18Section 15.19Section 15.24Section 15.27Section 15.30Section 15.34Policy APP1Policy RCP 1Policy RHP 1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the erection of a two-storey dwelling, treatment plant, and new entrance on a 0.270Ha greenfield site at Drumloughlin, Rockcorry, Co. Monaghan. The planner's report for File Ref: 25/60077 recommends granting permission, finding the development compliant with the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025. The assessment highlights that the site's Category 2 status removes the need for a housing need demonstration and that the design respects the local rural character. The u...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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