Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need under Objective CDP 3.11, and the proposal would result in undesirable ribbon development and an inappropriate infill site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant does not satisfy the 'local rural person' or 'local rural housing need' criteria of Objective CDP 3.11, as they recently sold a property in the same local area, meaning their housing need has already been met.
- The proposed development would result in undesirable ribbon development along the L7116 public road, which is contrary to the 'Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities'.
- The creation of an infill site at this location would negatively impact the visual amenities of the rural area and conflict with the proper planning and sustainable development of the county.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 3.11Chapter 17Chapter 13Appendix 5
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a single dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Newpark, Sixmilebridge, Co. Clare, located within a 'Rural Area under Strong Urban Pressure'. The proposal was refused primarily because the applicant failed to demonstrate a qualifying rural housing need under Objective CDP 3.11, as they had recently sold their previous home in the local area. Furthermore, the Planning Authority concluded that the development would exacerbate ribbon development ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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