Core Refusal Reason
The applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in accordance with the restrictive criteria for an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The planning authority is not satisfied that a rural housing need has been demonstrated in accordance with the criteria for areas of 'Strong Urban Influence', which restricts development to landowners or their immediate family members with a demonstrable social or economic need.
- The proposed development would conflict with several core objectives of the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028, specifically SUI 01, RH 01, RH 02, and RH 11, and would therefore be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The proposal would require the removal of a substantial length of established roadside hedgerow and trees to achieve necessary sightlines, which is contrary to Objective AS 01 regarding the retention of existing natural boundaries.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RH 01RH 02RH 11SUI 01AS 01
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a dormer-type dwelling, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system at Pollamore Far, Cavan. The site is located in a rural area identified as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' due to its proximity to Cavan town. The application was refused because the applicants did not meet the specific local housing need requirements for this designation, and the development would necessitate the removal of significant roadside vegetation, conflicting with the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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