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(A) RETAIN PARTIAL DEMOLITION OF A DWELLING HOUSE ON THE SITE, (B) PLANNING PERMISSION TO DEMOLISH REMAINING GABLE WALL OF DEMOLISHED DWELLING HOUSE, (C) RETENTION PERMISSION TO RETAIN PARTIALLY CONSTRUCTED DWELLING AND FULL PLANNING PERMISSION TO COMPLETE NEW DWELLING HOUSE AND TO RETAIN EXISTING SEPTIC TANK AND PERCOLATION AREA, AL ON HIS LAND HOLDING

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need as they had previously been granted planning permission for a dwelling in 2009, violating the 'first house' requirement for Rural Areas under Urban Influence.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural housing need in accordance with Objective KCDP 5-15 of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028.
  • Records show the applicant was previously granted planning permission for a dwelling in 2009, meaning they do not meet the requirement of a first house for permanent occupancy in this designated area.
  • The proposed development would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area designated as a Rural Area under Urban Influence.

Cited Policies (CDP)

KCDP 5-15Section 5.5.1.2Section 11.6Objective KCDP 11-77

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought retention and completion of a 130 sqm dwelling and wastewater system at Bedford, Listowel, Co. Kerry. The 0.43 HA site is located in a 'Rural Area under Urban Influence' where strict housing need criteria apply. Although the visual impact was considered low, the application was refused because the applicant had previously received planning permission for a house in 2009. As a result, the applicant could not demonstrate a genuine rural housing need or satisfy the 'first house'...
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