Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in accordance with Policy H28 and Section 7.11.2 of the Development Plan, alongside concerns regarding the suitability and legal entitlement of the proposed vehicular access via a private road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants have failed to demonstrate a functional or social need to reside in this specific rural area, particularly as they currently reside and work within close proximity to the zoned settlement of Cappoquin.
- Insufficient documentary evidence was provided to establish a continuous 10-year residency in the local rural area, as required by the rural housing policy.
- The proposed vehicular access via a private road is considered unfavorable, with the Planning Authority requiring a revised proposal for direct access to the public road (L5055) and clarification of legal interest.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy H28Section 7.11.2Volume 2 - Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
This application seeks permission for a single-storey dwelling and associated services at Coolnacreena, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, situated within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence'. The Planning Authority identified significant issues regarding the applicants' compliance with rural housing policy H28, noting that they already live and work within 4km of a zoned settlement. Furthermore, the proposal was deemed deficient due to a lack of evidence for continuous 10-year local residency and conc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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