Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need in an area under significant urban influence, and the proposal would contribute to undesirable suburban-style sprawl in a rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in accordance with Objective KCDP 5-14 for an area designated as a Rural Area Under Significant Urban Influence.
- The proposed development would contribute to suburban-style random residential development, detracting from the rural character of the 'Rural General' landscape designation.
- The proposal would contravene specific landscape protection objectives (KCDP 11-77 and 11-78) of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 5-14Section 5.5.2Section 11.6.3.2Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78
Decision Document Summary
This application sought outline planning permission for a new dwelling house and wastewater treatment system on a 0.205 ha greenfield site at Faha East, Killarney. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under Significant Urban Influence and within a 'Rural General' landscape. Kerry County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant failed to provide the necessary supplementary information to demonstrate a specific rural-generated housing need. Furthermore, th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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