Core Refusal Reason
The applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine economic or social need to reside in a rural area under urban influence, particularly as they already own an existing dwelling in a rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants have not demonstrated a specific economic or social need that complies with the rural housing policy for areas under urban influence.
- As the applicants already own an existing house in a rural area, their rural housing need is considered to have been met.
- The proposed development would be contrary to the rural settlement strategy and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as set out in the Kilkenny City & County Development Plan 2021-2027.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.8.4Figure 7.1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a part two-storey, four-bedroom dwelling house with a separate garage and wastewater treatment system at Corstown, Co. Kilkenny. The site is situated in a rural area designated as being 'Under Urban Influence'. The application was refused primarily because the applicants, who currently reside in a converted cottage in Ballycallan, did not establish a functional economic or social requirement to build a new home in this sensitive rural location. The plann...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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