Core Refusal Reason
The applicants failed to demonstrate a rural housing need as they already own a residential property in a rural area, thus failing to comply with the settlement strategy for an Area under Urban Influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants' rural housing need has already been met through the ownership of an existing dwelling in a rural area previously granted under planning reference PL04/1679.
- The proposal does not comply with the qualifying criteria for rural housing in an 'Area under Urban Influence' as set out in Section 7.8.4 of the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for applicants who already own residential properties in the countryside to obtain additional dwellings, which would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.8.4Chapter 7Chapter 13Rural Design Guide
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a dormer dwelling, detached garage, and associated services at Pottlerath, Kilmanagh, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located in a rural area designated as an 'Area under Urban Influence' where applicants must demonstrate a specific economic or social need to reside. Following a request for further information, the Planning Authority determined that the applicants already own a house in a rural area (Ballyfoyle), meaning their housing need has been satisfied. ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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