Core Refusal Reason
The applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area designated as being under Significant Urban Influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is located outside the development boundary of Cahersiveen in an area designated as a 'Rural Area Under Significant Urban Influence' in the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The applicants failed to satisfy the criteria of Objective KCDP 5-14 as they already own their current accommodation and did not demonstrate an exceptional rural-generated housing need.
- Granting permission would be contrary to the Rural Settlement Policy of the County Development Plan and would therefore be inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 5.5.1.1Objective KCDP 5-14Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78
Decision Document Summary
Liam and Ann O'Connor applied for permission to construct a 152sqm two-storey dwelling and relocate a site entrance at Carhan Lower, Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry. The site is situated on the N70, just east of the town's development boundary. While the Planning Authority found the proposal acceptable regarding visual impact, traffic safety, and services, the application was refused because the site is in a Rural Area Under Significant Urban Influence. The applicants did not meet the requirements of Obj...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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