Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need for a dwelling in an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The application site is located in an area under 'Strong Urban Influence' where development is strictly restricted to landowners or their immediate family members with a demonstrable social or economic need.
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied, based on the documentation submitted, that the applicant meets the specific housing need criteria required for this location under the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed development would conflict with specific planning objectives (SUI 01, SUI 02, and RH 02) and would therefore be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective SUI 01Objective SUI 02Objective RH 02Section 12.13.2Section 12.13.2.1
Decision Document Summary
Kathleen Lynch proposed the construction of a dormer-style dwelling, a proprietary effluent treatment system, and a new entrance at Corragloon, located between Virginia and Mullagh, Co. Cavan. The site is situated in a rural area identified as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' due to pressure from commuting catchments of Dublin, Navan, and Cavan. The application was refused because the applicant did not sufficiently demonstrate a functional rural-generated housing need, failing to meet the re...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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