Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused because the development would exacerbate ribbon development and the applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need for the 'Stronger Rural Area' location.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would exacerbate ribbon development along Local Road L2032-0, as it is located at the end of a row of nine existing dwellings within a 265-metre distance, contrary to Objectives RD01 and RH10.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient supporting evidence to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need in accordance with the criteria for a 'Stronger Rural Area' as required by Objective RH01.
- The development would result in a detrimental visual impact on the character of the area and set an undesirable precedent for similar unsustainable development patterns in the rural countryside.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RD01Objective RH10Section 12.13.2.9Objective RH01Section 12.13.2Section 12.13.2.1SRA 01SRA 02RHD 01RHD 02WTR 01WTR 02WTR 04WTR 05AS 01AS 02AS 03BT 01BT 02SD 01
Decision Document Summary
Brian Solan applied for permission to construct a 1.5-story dwelling and domestic garage at Corbeagh, Cootehill, Co. Cavan. The site is located in a 'Stronger Rural Area' on a greenfield site along a radial route into Cootehill town. Cavan County Council refused the application primarily because the site is situated at the end of an existing row of nine houses, meaning the proposal would extend ribbon development and negatively impact the rural character. Additionally, the planner determined tha...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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