Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need (economic, social, or local) for a dwelling in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' in the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant did not meet the criteria for a rural house as they failed to demonstrate a functional economic or social requirement to reside in this specific rural location under the 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' designation.
- The proposed development would contravene Policy Objective H 28 of the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028, which seeks to restrict housing in such areas to those with a demonstrated need.
- Granting permission would facilitate unsustainable random rural development, militate against the preservation of the rural environment, and set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective H 28Section 7.11.2Policy Objective BD 28
Decision Document Summary
John O'Riordan sought planning permission for a single-storey house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Inchindrisla, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. While the site was deemed suitable from a servicing perspective and the house design was considered acceptable, the application was refused because the applicant failed to demonstrate a qualifying local housing need. The site is located in an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' where development is restricted to those with a demonstrable economic...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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