Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under strong urban influence and the exacerbation of ribbon development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of a rural-generated housing need as required for areas under strong urban influence in the Limerick County Development Plan.
- The proposed development would contribute to an undesirable pattern of ribbon development, leading to the suburbanisation of the rural landscape and loss of character.
- The proposal would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area by encouraging urban-generated housing in a sensitive rural location.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH P2Objective RH O1Section 3.9
Decision Document Summary
The application sought outline permission for a single dwelling house and wastewater treatment system at Drominaclara, Pallaskenry. Located in a rural area under strong urban influence, the proposal was refused because the applicant did not meet the 'local need' criteria. Additionally, the planning authority found that the development would exacerbate ribbon development and conflict with the objectives of the Limerick County Development Plan 2022-2028 regarding rural housing and landscape protec...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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