Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine local housing need in a rural area under strong urban influence, combined with inadequate justification for the demolition of the existing structure and concerns regarding the proposed siting and impact on residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has failed to demonstrate a functional economic or social requirement to reside in this specific rural area, particularly as they already own a dwelling in the immediate vicinity and have previously been granted permission for an adjacent property.
- Insufficient documentary evidence, including a structural survey and photographic record, was provided to justify the demolition of the existing derelict dwelling as required by policy CPO 4.43 of the County Development Plan.
- The proposed site layout, featuring an excessive 52m setback and short road frontage, raises significant concerns regarding the risk of overlooking neighboring properties and the overall impact on the residential amenity of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 4.24CPO 4.43
Decision Document Summary
This application proposes the demolition of a 125m² traditional cottage and the construction of a new 205m² bungalow and 34m² garage at Ballyboy, Abbeylara, Co. Longford. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'. The planning authority has deferred the decision (effectively refusing the current proposal) because the applicant has not demonstrated a 'Local Need' under CPO 4.24, especially since they already own a nearby property. Furthermore, the appl...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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