Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need and the development is premature pending the finalization of the Limerick Northern Distributor Road (LNDR) corridor.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not established a functional or social need to reside in this rural area, which is designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' in the County Development Plan.
- The proposed development is located within the route corridor for the Limerick Northern Distributor Road (LNDR) and would prejudice the future delivery of this strategic infrastructure.
- The development would result in an undesirable pattern of development along a strategic transport corridor, contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy HO O1Objective TR O42
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a storey-and-a-half dormer dwelling, detached garage, and septic tank at Attyflin, Patrickswell, Co. Limerick. The site is situated in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' and lies within the planned corridor for the Limerick Northern Distributor Road (LNDR). The application was refused because the applicant did not satisfy the local rural housing need criteria and the development was deemed premature as it would interfere with...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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