Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need in an area under strong urban influence, and concerns regarding ribbon development and traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional economic or social requirement for a dwelling in a rural area designated as being under strong urban influence.
- The proposed development would exacerbate an existing pattern of ribbon development, which is detrimental to the rural character and visual amenity of the area.
- The proposed site entrance would create a traffic hazard due to restricted sightlines, endangering public safety on the adjoining public road.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CDP 4.14Objective CDP 4.15
Decision Document Summary
The proposal by Mark Howley sought permission for a dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare. The site is situated in a rural area under significant development pressure. The application was refused by Clare County Council as the applicant did not meet the local rural housing need criteria, the development would contribute to ribbon development, and the proposed access arrangements were considered unsafe....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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