Core Refusal Reason
The retention of a mobile home for use as a farm office was refused due to its inappropriate design, temporary nature, and the lack of a demonstrated functional need for a standalone structure in a rural area under strong urban influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and temporary nature of the mobile home are considered unsuitable for the rural landscape and would set an undesirable precedent for similar substandard developments.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a specific functional or economic need for a dedicated farm office structure that could not be accommodated within existing farm buildings or dwellings.
- The proposal is located in an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence', where strict controls apply to prevent sporadic development and protect rural character.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HO O1Objective DM O1Limerick Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
Gerald Furnell sought retention permission for a mobile home to serve as a farm office and permission for a new wastewater treatment system at Ballycahane Lower, Crecora. The site is located within a rural landscape under 'Strong Urban Influence' according to the Limerick Development Plan. The application was refused by the Planning Authority because the structure's design and temporary status are inconsistent with sustainable rural development. Additionally, the lack of a proven site-specific n...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.