Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in undesirable ribbon development, creating a 9th dwelling within a 250m stretch of road frontage, which is contrary to local policy and national guidelines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal would create a 9th dwelling on the same side of a given 250m of road frontage, exacerbating existing ribbon development in the area.
- The development is contrary to Policy SSP-33 of the Offaly County Development Plan 2021-2027 and Appendix 4 of the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines 2005.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar development and create demands for the uneconomic extension of public services to the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SSP-27Policy SSP-33
Decision Document Summary
Gary & Sophie Buckley applied for permission to construct a four-bedroom, two-storey dwelling and garage with a biofilter treatment system at Raheen, Clara, Co. Offaly. The site is located in a rural area classified as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'. Although the applicants provided supporting documentation regarding their local housing need, the Planning Authority refused the application because the site is located on a stretch of road already containing 8 dwellings within 250 meters. The...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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