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to (a) construct a part two storey/part single storey (with garage underneath) style dwelling, (b) construct partial new boundary (c) install propriety sewage treatment unit and percolation area (d) form new entrance from public road, (e) retain existing agricultural entrance, (f) together with all associated site works
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural housing need in an area under Strong Urban Influence, and the proposed dwelling would be visually obtrusive in an exposed drumlin landscape, contributing to an unsustainable concentration of one-off housing.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to submit a 'Rural Housing Application' form, thus failing to demonstrate a legitimate social or economic need to reside in an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'.
- The proposed development would exacerbate an existing excessive concentration of one-off dwellings, leading to the erosion of the rural landscape and consolidating an unsustainable pattern of development.
- Due to the open and exposed nature of the site within a rural drumlin landscape, the dwelling would appear visually obtrusive and incongruous when viewed from the public road network.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RH 01Objective RH 04SUI 01SUI 02Section 12.13.2Section 12.13.2.1
Decision Document Summary
Andrew Smith sought permission to construct a part two-storey/part single-storey dwelling with a proprietary sewage treatment system and new entrance at Drummoney, Virginia, Co. Cavan. The site is located within an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'. Cavan County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant failed to demonstrate a rural housing need by not submitting the required documentation. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the devel...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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