Core Refusal Reason
The development is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, specifically regarding rural housing need and environmental assessment requirements.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The additional information provided regarding rural housing need was reviewed but determined not to alter the Planning Authority's original assessment to refuse permission.
- The submission included a Natura Impact Statement that was not provided with the initial planning application, indicating a failure to address environmental impacts at the outset.
- The proposed development is fundamentally considered to be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal by Brian & Caoimhe Mc Sharry sought permission for the partial demolition and conversion of a boat shed into a dwelling, including a wastewater treatment system, at Cregg, Rosses Point, Co. Sligo. Sligo County Council refused the application, and in this appeal response, the Planning Authority maintains that the development is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. The authority noted that supplementary information on rural housing need and the late...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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