Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need in an area under strong urban influence and adverse impact on the setting of a protected structure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not demonstrated a genuine rural-generated housing need for a dwelling at this location, which is designated as an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' in the Limerick Development Plan.
- The proposed development, by virtue of its location within the curtilage of Ardshanbally House (RPS Ref. 839), would negatively impact the character, integrity, and setting of a Protected Structure.
- The proposed site access is considered inadequate and would create a traffic hazard due to restricted sightlines and increased turning movements on a busy public roadway.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HO O1Objective EH O1Objective TR O42
Decision Document Summary
This application sought outline permission for a 230m2 dwelling and a new wastewater treatment system within the curtilage of Ardshanbally House, a Protected Structure near Adare, Co. Limerick. The site is situated in a rural area experiencing significant urban pressure. The Planning Authority refused the proposal because the applicant failed to meet the criteria for rural housing necessity, the development would compromise the architectural heritage and setting of the protected structure, and t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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