Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under strong urban influence and concerns regarding the suitability of the site for safe wastewater disposal.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need for a dwelling in an area designated as being under strong urban influence, contrary to Policy RS P3 of the County Development Plan.
- The proposed development would contribute to the encroachment of random rural development and militate against the preservation of the rural environment and efficient provision of infrastructure.
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the site can be drained satisfactorily by means of a septic tank system, posing a potential risk to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RS P3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a dwelling house, detached garage, and on-site wastewater treatment system at Morenane, Askeaton, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area categorized as being under strong urban influence. The application was refused because the applicant did not establish a functional or social need to live in this specific rural locality, and the development was deemed to contribute to undesirable urban sprawl and potential public health issues related to wastewater...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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