Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need and was considered to constitute undesirable ribbon development in a rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need for a dwelling at this location, contrary to the sustainable rural housing policy of the Limerick Development Plan.
- The proposed development would exacerbate an existing pattern of ribbon development in a rural area, which is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the region.
- The reliance on an existing septic tank for a new dwelling unit raised significant concerns regarding public health and the potential for groundwater contamination.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HO O19Section 3.9.1Policy DM 1
Decision Document Summary
Tony Bourke sought planning permission (Ref: 24/178) for the change of use of an existing garage into a dwelling unit at Curraghkilbran, Galbally, Co. Limerick. The project included the construction of side and first-floor extensions to accommodate a kitchen and sunroom, utilizing a private well and an existing septic tank. The application was refused by Limerick City and County Council primarily because the proposal did not meet the criteria for rural housing need as defined in the County Devel...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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