Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to non-compliance with rural housing policy (CDP 3.11), significant flood risk (Zone A), traffic safety concerns regarding sightlines, and adverse visual impact on a heritage landscape and adjacent protected structures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that they qualify as a 'local rural person' with a genuine 'local rural housing need' as required by Objective CDP 3.11 for areas under Strong Urban Pressure.
- The site is located within Flood Risk Zone A, and the absence of a site-specific flood risk assessment means the proposal is contrary to Objective CDP 18.6 and national flood risk management guidelines.
- The proposed development would give rise to a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines and would seriously injure the visual amenities of the heritage landscape and the setting of nearby protected structures.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 3.11CDP 13.5CDP 13.7CDP 18.6CDP 8.22CDP 14.2CDP 15.2
Decision Document Summary
Vanessa and Richard Breffitt proposed the construction of a new dwelling house and wastewater treatment system at Fanoremore, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare. The site is situated in a highly sensitive heritage landscape within the Burren Uplands, adjacent to two protected structures (the former RIC barracks and a church) and two scenic routes. Clare County Council refused permission because the applicants did not meet the criteria for rural housing in an area under strong urban pressure, the site is lo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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