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for a two-storey dwelling house with attached domestic garage, wastewater treatment system and percolation area, provision of new entrance from existing public lane/road, entrance walls and piers together with all ancillary site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need for a dwelling within a 'Stronger Rural Area' as defined by the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant has not demonstrated compliance with the criteria for a 'Stronger Rural Area' and has failed to provide sufficient justification for a rural housing need at this location.
  • The proposed development would conflict with the provisions of the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028, specifically objectives RH 01, RH 02, RH 07, and SRA 01.
  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the design of the proposed entrance gates would be in accordance with Objective BT 02 regarding rural character and finish.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RH 01RH 02RH 07SRA 01BT 02

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved the construction of a two-storey dwelling, a single-storey domestic garage, and a wastewater treatment system at Killyrue, Cootehill, Co. Cavan. The site is situated within a 'Stronger Rural Area' where residential development is subject to strict local need criteria. The application was refused because the applicant failed to provide adequate documentation or justification to prove a functional or social need to reside in this specific rural area. Consequently, the develop...
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