Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a site-specific rural-generated housing need in a designated 'Strong Rural Area' as required by the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentation to establish a genuine rural-generated housing need or significant involvement in the local equine/bloodstock industry.
- The proposed development is located in a 'Strong Rural Area' where housing is restricted to those with intrinsic links or specific occupational needs, which were not demonstrated in the application.
- Granting permission would be contrary to the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines and the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, potentially setting an undesirable precedent for future development in the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 4RD POL 5Section 9.12RD POL 28RD POL 29RD OBJ 19Section 9.4
Decision Document Summary
John Lee sought permission to construct a two-storey dwelling, wastewater treatment system, and new entrance at Oristown, Kells, Co. Meath. The site is situated within a 'Strong Rural Area' and the Baile Ghib Gaeltacht. While the Linguistic Impact Statement was considered acceptable, the application was refused primarily because the applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need or sufficient intrinsic links to the area, rendering the proposal contrary to the Meath County Dev...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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