Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need in an area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' and the proposal would contribute to undesirable ribbon development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not sufficiently demonstrated a functional or social requirement for a dwelling in this specific rural location, which is contrary to the sustainable rural housing policy for areas under Strong Urban Influence.
- The proposed development would exacerbate ribbon development in the Attyflin area, leading to the erosion of the rural character and the haphazard urbanization of the countryside.
- The intensification of traffic at the proposed entrance and the reliance on a private wastewater treatment system in a sensitive catchment area would be prejudicial to public health and traffic safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HO O19Policy RS P1Objective TR O11
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought outline permission for a two-storey dwelling, garage, and private wastewater system at Attyflin, Patrickswell, Co. Limerick. The site is situated in a rural area under significant urban pressure due to its proximity to Limerick City. The Planning Authority refused permission primarily because the applicant did not meet the 'local growth' criteria required by the Limerick County Development Plan 2022-2028, and the development was deemed to contribute to urban sprawl and ribbon...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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