Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional rural housing need in an area under strong urban pressure, and the proposed development would create a traffic hazard due to restricted sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not established a sufficient social or economic 'local rural housing need' to reside at this specific location, which is designated as an 'Area Under Strong Urban Pressure' in the County Development Plan.
- The proposed entrance onto the public road is located at a point where sightlines are restricted, and its use would endanger public safety by reason of a traffic hazard.
- The development would contribute to and exacerbate an undesirable pattern of ribbon development in a rural area, which is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the region.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CDP 4.14Objective CDP 11.2Appendix 1 of the Clare County Development Plan 2023-2029
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a single dwelling house, garage, and proprietary waste water treatment system at Muckinish, Spancil Hill, Ennis. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under strong urban pressure. The application was refused primarily because the applicant failed to satisfy the local housing need requirements of the Clare County Development Plan 2023-2029. Additionally, the planning authority raised significant concerns regarding traffic safety due to p...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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