Core Refusal Reason
The applicant fails to meet the definition of an 'existing landowner' required by Policy Objective H30 for residential development on lands zoned as 'High Amenity', leading to a material contravention of the Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is located on lands zoned 'High Amenity' where Policy Objective H30 restricts new housing to existing landowners with a genuine demonstrable need for a first home.
- While the applicant has demonstrated a local housing need, they are acquiring the site from their brother and therefore do not meet the specific 'existing landowner' criteria mandated for this sensitive landscape designation.
- Granting permission would materially contravene the land use policy objectives of the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective H 24Policy Objective H 28Policy Objective H 30Policy Objective H 29Section 7.11.2Section 8.6Section 9.6Chapter 7 Housing Policies and ObjectivesWaterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought outline permission for a storey and a half/two-storey dwelling and associated services on an infill site at Ballynalahessary North, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The site is situated within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' and is specifically zoned as 'High Amenity'. Although the Planning Authority was satisfied that the applicant demonstrated a local housing need and that the proposal could be considered acceptable infill regarding ribbon development, the application was ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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