Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need for a dwelling in a designated 'Stronger Rural Area' as required by the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant did not provide sufficient justification or documentation to demonstrate a functional social or economic need to reside in this specific rural location.
- The proposed development fails to comply with the eligibility criteria for housing within a 'Stronger Rural Area' as defined in the current County Development Plan.
- Granting permission would directly conflict with several core planning objectives (RH 01, RH 02, RH 07, and SRA 01) and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.13.2Section 12.13.2.1RH 01RH 02RH 04RH 07SRA 01National Planning Framework Objective 19
Decision Document Summary
Jim Smith applied for permission to construct a part two-storey, part storey-and-a-half dwelling with a detached garage and wastewater treatment system at Shannow Upper, Ballyjamesduff. The subject site is located in a 'Stronger Rural Area' where residential development is restricted to those with a proven rural-generated housing need. The application was refused primarily because the Planning Authority determined that the applicant failed to meet the necessary social or economic criteria for a ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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