Core Refusal Reason
The applicants failed to demonstrate an exceptional, genuine, and justifiable rural-generated housing need in an area designated as being under strong urban pressure, which would contravene the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028 policies aimed at preventing urban sprawl.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants have not demonstrated a conclusive economic or social need to live in this specific rural area, and their housing needs can be met on zoned, serviced lands within designated settlements.
- The proposed development constitutes urban-generated housing in the 'City Hinterland', which is under strong pressure for one-off housing that militates against the preservation of the rural environment.
- The development would contribute to the encroachment of random rural development and interfere with the efficient provision of public services and infrastructure.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 3.13Objective 11.9Section 3.51Section 3.52Section 3.53Objective 20ZO 20.3ZO 20.4National Policy Objective 19
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a first-party appeal by Tony and Catherine McKeon against Cork City Council's refusal of permission for a single-storey dwelling and garage at Lehenaghmore, Togher, Cork. The 0.27ha site is located in the 'City Hinterland', an area characterized by one-off housing and proximity to Cork Airport. While the applicants previously lived in the area for 20 years and are involved in the local community, the Inspector determined their housing need is 'urban-generated' as their emplo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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