Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused because the applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need (social or economic) and the proposed development would negatively impact a designated Heritage Landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to provide sufficient documentary evidence to establish a genuine economic or social need to reside in this rural area under strong urban influence, as required by Objective CDP 4.14.
- The site is located within a designated 'Heritage Landscape' where the proposed dwelling's design, form, and scale would detract from visual amenities and interfere with the character of the landscape.
- The development would result in the obstruction of traditional views towards the estuary and coastline from a prominent approach into Cappa Village, setting an undesirable precedent for similar development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 4.14CDP 14.5Objective CDP 3.1CDP 11.13CDP 11.14CDP 3.3
Decision Document Summary
Richard and Fiona Glynn sought permission to construct a new dwelling house and associated services at Cappa, Kilrush, Co. Clare, on a site located just outside the settlement boundary. The site is situated in a sensitive 'Heritage Landscape' between the regional road and the Shannon Estuary. Clare County Council refused the application on two main grounds: first, the applicants did not demonstrate a specific social or economic need to live in this rural area under strong urban influence; and se...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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