Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine local housing need in an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' and inappropriate siting/orientation relative to the established building line.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentary evidence to demonstrate a genuine local housing need in accordance with Section 7.11.2 of the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed dwelling's orientation and siting do not conform to the established building line to the west of the site, which is contrary to the interests of orderly development.
- Insufficient information was submitted regarding the applicant's historical links to the rural area, specifically the exact locations and dates of residency at the family home and uncle's dwelling.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.11.2
Decision Document Summary
The proposal seeks permission for a single-storey dwelling, garage, and associated services at Ballykeroge Big, Stradbally, Co. Waterford, on a 0.36-hectare site within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence'. The application was refused (following a request for further information) primarily because the applicant failed to satisfy the 'local housing need' criteria set out in Section 7.11.2 of the Development Plan. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the proposed siting was incon...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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