Core Refusal Reason
The applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in an area designated as being under strong urban pressure, alongside concerns regarding traffic safety and the erosion of rural character.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants have not established a functional economic or social requirement for a dwelling in this rural area, which is designated as being under strong urban pressure in the Clare County Development Plan 2023-2029.
- The proposed development would contribute to an unsustainable pattern of ribbon development and result in an excessive density of rural housing, negatively impacting the rural character and visual amenity of the landscape.
- The proposed entrance fails to meet the required sightline standards for the local road network, which would endanger public safety by reason of a traffic hazard and obstruction of road users.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CDP 4.14Objective CDP 11.7Section 11.2.1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a new dwelling house, private garage, and wastewater treatment system at Gower South, Cooraclare, Co. Clare. The site is located in a rural area classified as being under strong urban influence. Clare County Council refused the application primarily because the applicants did not meet the 'local rural person' criteria required to justify a new house in this sensitive location. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the development would exacerbate ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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