Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need (social or economic) in an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' as required by Policy H28 of the Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to provide sufficient evidence of a demonstrable social or economic need to reside in this specific rural area, particularly as they already own a residential property in a nearby estate.
- The subject site is located within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' where strict controls apply to the provision of single housing in the countryside to prevent urban sprawl.
- The proposal does not comply with the eligibility criteria set out in Policy H28 of the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028 regarding rural-generated housing needs.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy H28Section 7.11.2WCCC Development Plan 2022 - 2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a two-storey, four-bedroom dwelling with a maximum height of 8.7m, including a wastewater treatment system and a new entrance at Knockeen, Butlerstown, Co. Waterford. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' and is zoned for agriculture. The application was refused primarily because the applicants failed to establish a legitimate rural housing need. Specifically, the planning authority noted that the applican...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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