Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would exacerbate undesirable ribbon development in a rural area under strong urban influence, materially contravening Policy SSP-33 of the Offaly County Development Plan 2021-2027.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would further extend an existing ribbon of 11 rural houses along this section of the local road, leading to undesirable urban sprawl.
- The development cannot be considered 'rural infill' under Policy DMS-54 as it is located at the end of a line of houses rather than on a small vacant gap site.
- The proposal would erode the rural amenities of the area and is contrary to the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2005) regarding the creation of ribbon development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
SSP-27SSP-02SSP-33DMS-54WSP-22ENVP-03BLP-24
Decision Document Summary
The applicants sought permission for a 237m² dormer-style dwelling and a 90m² detached garage at Raheenmeel, Kilcormac, Co. Offaly. The site is located in the rural countryside within an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'. While the applicant provided evidence of local residency, the Planning Authority refused the application because the site sits at the end of an existing ribbon of 11 houses. The development was found to exacerbate ribbon development and urban sprawl, faili...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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