Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under strong urban influence, as required by Objective RHO1 of the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate a permanent housing need or a social/economic link to the area, which is designated as being under strong urban influence.
- The proposed development would constitute haphazard development in a rural area, leading to the erosion of visual and environmental amenities and interfering with the character of the landscape.
- Granting permission would result in demands for the uneconomic provision of public services and communal facilities, militating against the preservation of the rural environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RHO1Section 7.6Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028Mayo County Development Plan 2008-2014
Decision Document Summary
Martin O’Malley sought permission to construct a dwelling house with an on-site wastewater treatment system at Drumdrishaghaun, Belcarra, Castlebar. The site is located within an area identified as being under strong urban influence. The application was refused primarily because the applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine social or economic link to the area or a permanent housing need as required by Objective RHO1 of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028. Additionally, the planning author...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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