Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a rurally generated housing need in an area under strong urban influence and non-compliance with rural design guidelines regarding the dwelling's architectural form.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need as required by Policy CPO 4.24, as they already own and reside in a large detached dwelling in the nearby settlement of Keenagh.
- The proposed architectural design is considered overly complex, specifically regarding the roof profile and front elevation canopy, failing to integrate with the traditional vernacular character of the rural area.
- The development would contravene the Longford County Development Plan 2021-2027 and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.8.11Section 4.8.12CPO 4.24CPO 4.27CPO 4.44Section 16.4.5.7DMS16.88DMS 16.89DMS 16.9Annex 7
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for a 210 sq. m dormer-style dwelling and detached garage on a 0.390 ha site at Laughil, Kenagh, Co. Longford. The site is located in an unzoned rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence.' Longford County Council refused the proposal primarily because the applicants did not establish a functional economic or social requirement to reside in the open countryside, given their existing 16-year residency in a nearby zoned dwelling. Furthermore, the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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