Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes haphazard backland development in a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence', which would result in piecemeal and disorderly development and set an undesirable precedent.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling is situated to the rear of an existing unoccupied dwelling, representing haphazard backland development that would set an undesirable precedent for the wider rural area.
- The development is contrary to the Design Guide for Single One-off Houses within Cavan Rural Countryside and would be seriously injurious to the amenities of existing residential properties.
- The proposal constitutes piecemeal and disorderly development in a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence', making it contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
National Planning Framework Objective 19Section 12.13.2RH 01RH 02RH 03RH 04RH 05RH 06RH 07RH 08RH 09RH 10RH 11Section 12.13.2.1SUI 01SUI 02SUI 03Section 12.13.2.2RHD 01RHD 02Section 12.13.2.3WTR 01WTR 02WTR 04WTR 05Section 12.13.2.6AS 01AS 02AS 03Section 12.13.2.7BT 01BT 02Section 12.13.2.9RD 01Section 12.13.2.10SD 01
Decision Document Summary
Jennifer Phelan applied for permission to construct a single-storey bungalow, wastewater treatment system, and new entrance at Cloghergoole, approximately 2.4km northeast of Virginia, Co. Cavan. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'. While the planner acknowledged that the applicant met the rural housing need criteria, the application was refused primarily due to its siting. The proposed location behind an existing dwelling was deemed to be haphaz...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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