Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need for a dwelling in a designated 'Stronger Rural Area' as required by the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not demonstrated compliance with the specific criteria for the 'Stronger Rural Area' type as defined in the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that sufficient justification has been provided for a rural housing need to live in this specific rural area.
- The proposed development would conflict with the provisions of the County Development Plan and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RH 01Objective RH 02Objective RH 07Objective SRA 01National Planning Framework Objective 19
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a two-storey dwelling house, a detached garage, and a wastewater treatment system at Killyrue, Cootehill, Co. Cavan. The site is situated within a 'Stronger Rural Area' where housing is restricted to those with a demonstrable local need. The application was refused primarily because the applicant did not meet the eligibility criteria for rural housing in this location, failing to prove a functional or social requirement to reside there, which contradicts...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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