Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in accordance with the settlement policy for an area designated as being under significant urban influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant did not satisfy the Planning Authority that the proposal constitutes an exceptional rural-generated housing need based on social or economic links to the specific local rural area.
- The site is located within a 'Rural Area Under Significant Urban Influence' where strict occupancy criteria apply under the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed development would contravene Objective KCDP 5-14 of the Development Plan and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 5-14Section 11.6.3Objective 15.4Section 3.3
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to construct a two-storey family dwelling and wastewater treatment system at Scartlea, Muckross, Killarney, in an area designated as both a 'Visually Sensitive Area' and a 'Rural Area Under Significant Urban Influence.' Although the applicant had received positive pre-planning advice under a previous development plan, the adoption of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028 introduced more stringent criteria. The application was refused because the applicant fa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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