Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a local rural housing need in an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' and concerns regarding a disorderly building line.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not sufficiently demonstrated compliance with the local rural housing need criteria set out in Section 7.11.2 of the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed location of the dwelling towards the rear of the site is considered to establish a disorderly building line and an undesirable pattern of development.
- Further documentary evidence is required regarding the applicant's residency history, including specific dates and locations of previous addresses and schools attended, to verify their link to the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.11.2
Decision Document Summary
This application seeks outline permission for a dormer-style dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Lyrattin, Cappagh, Dungarvan. The site is located within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' and is in close proximity to the Blackwater River Special Area of Conservation. The Planning Authority has recommended that further information be requested as the applicant has failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need and the proposed siting of the house would create a disorderl...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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