Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need for a rural dwelling in an area designated as being under strong urban influence and zoned for high amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to establish a genuine local housing need as defined in Section 7.11.2 of the Development Plan, as their family home is located within the urban area of Tramore rather than a rural location.
- The proposal conflicts with Policy H 30, which restricts single dwellings in 'High Amenity' zones to existing landowners with a demonstrable economic, social, or local need for a first home.
- Granting permission in the absence of a substantiated local need would seriously injure the amenities of the area and be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the region.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.11.2Policy H 24Policy H 28Policy H 30Policy Objective H 29Section 8.0Section 9.4
Decision Document Summary
Dearbhla Kennedy applied for permission to construct a single-storey dwelling, an on-site wastewater treatment system, and a new entrance at Carriglong, Tramore, Co. Waterford. The site is situated in a rural area identified as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' and is specifically zoned 'High Amenity' (HA) under the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028. While the planner acknowledged the site's history as a former dwelling location, the application was refused primarily because ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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