Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in accordance with Objective KCDP 5-15 for a Rural Area Under Urban Influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural housing need as defined by Objective KCDP 5-15 of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The applicant's family home is located in Cappagh Cross, Brandon, which is over 10km from the proposed site, failing to meet the local residency criteria for this designated area.
- The proposed development would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area given its location in a Rural Area under Urban Influence.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 5-15Objective KCDP 5-17Objective KCDP 5-19Objective KCDP 5-20Objective KCDP 5-21Objective KCDP 5-22Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.611.6.311.6.3.2
Decision Document Summary
Gary Fitzgerald sought permission to construct a 210.6sqm dwelling house and garage at Coolroe, Castlegregory, Co. Kerry. The site is located on the southern approach to the village in an area zoned 'Rural General' and designated as a 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence'. Although the applicant provided further information regarding employment and wastewater treatment, the Planning Authority refused permission because the applicant did not satisfy the rural settlement policy. Specifically, his fam...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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