Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional social or economic need to live in the open countryside, contrary to the rural settlement strategy for a Landscape designated Corridor Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant does not meet the criteria for a housing need based on a demonstrable functional social or economic requirement to live in the open countryside as required by the County Development Plan.
- The proposed development would represent non-essential housing in a Landscape designated Corridor Area, which would erode the landscape value and detract from views of special amenity value.
- The proposal is contrary to the settlement strategy for the Rural Area, which requires new housing to be located on designated land within settlement boundaries rather than the open countryside.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 6.41Table 6.3Chapter 4Objective CPO 6.41
Decision Document Summary
Pamela Connors sought permission for a single-storey dwelling and garage at Kilmacullagh, Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow. Although technical matters regarding the garage size and landscaping were resolved through further information, the application was refused on strategic grounds. The Planning Authority determined that the applicant did not qualify for special consideration to live in this rural area, as she failed to demonstrate a definable social or economic need and is already a homeowner...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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