Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine economic or social need to reside in a rural area designated as being under urban influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to provide sufficient documentation to demonstrate compliance with the economic or social need criteria required for housing in a rural area under urban influence.
- The proposed development is considered contrary to Policy Objective 19 of the National Planning Framework regarding rural housing in areas under urban pressure.
- Granting permission would conflict with the objectives of the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027 and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective 19 of the National Planning FrameworkKilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027Rural Housing policy for this Area under Urban Influence
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a single-storey dwelling, garage, and associated site works at Glenpipe, Tullogher, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located within a rural area designated as being under urban influence. Kilkenny County Council refused the application because the applicants failed to demonstrate a demonstrable economic or social need to live in this specific rural location, making the development contrary to both the National Planning Framework and the Kilkenny City and County Develo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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