Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in an area under strong urban influence, alongside concerns regarding traffic safety and public health suitability for effluent disposal.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant does not meet the 'Rural Generated Housing Need' criteria for this location, which is designated as an Area Under Strong Urban Influence in the Limerick County Development Plan.
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines at the proposed entrance onto the public road, which is substandard in width and alignment.
- The planning authority is not satisfied that the site is suitable for the safe disposal of domestic effluent without risk to public health or groundwater contamination.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HO O19Objective TR O10Section 11.4.1
Decision Document Summary
This application by David Dillane sought permission for a dwelling house, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system at Rooska East, Carrigkerry, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area categorized as being under strong urban influence. The local authority refused permission because the applicant failed to prove a functional or social need to reside in this specific rural locality, and the proposal was deemed detrimental to traffic safety and public health due to poor sightlines ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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