Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under strong urban influence, combined with traffic safety concerns and public health risks regarding wastewater disposal.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional or social need to reside in this specific rural area, which is designated as being under strong urban influence.
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines at the proposed entrance, potentially endangering road users.
- The applicant did not sufficiently prove that the site could safely accommodate a private wastewater treatment system without risking groundwater contamination.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy HO O19Objective HO O20Objective TR O44
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a new dwelling house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Fihidy, Croagh, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area under significant urban pressure. The application was refused because the applicant did not meet the 'local rural housing need' criteria set out in the County Development Plan. Furthermore, the Planning Authority cited concerns regarding traffic safety at the site entrance and the long-term suitability of the site for effluent dispo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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