Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under strong urban influence, alongside concerns regarding ribbon development and traffic safety at the proposed entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not sufficiently demonstrated a functional economic or social need to reside in this specific rural area, which is designated as being under strong urban influence, contrary to the Limerick Development Plan.
- The proposed development would contribute to and exacerbate undesirable ribbon development in a rural area, leading to the erosion of the area's rural character and the inefficient provision of public services.
- The intensification of the existing entrance onto a road where sightlines are restricted would constitute a traffic hazard and endanger public safety for road users.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HO O19Objective HO O20Policy TR P1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a part two-storey, part single-storey farmhouse incorporating a family flat and a wastewater treatment system at Routagh, Ballysheedy, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area under significant urban pressure near Limerick City. The application was refused by the Planning Authority because the applicant did not meet the 'Rural Housing Need' criteria defined in the County Development Plan, and the development was deemed to promote ribbon development and...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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