Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes speculative urban-generated housing in a rural area under strong urban influence, failing to meet local housing need criteria and contributing to ribbon development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant, being a limited company, has failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need as required for developments in areas under strong urban influence.
- The proposed development would exacerbate ribbon development along this stretch of roadway, leading to the erosion of the rural character of the area.
- The proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it represents an unnecessary encroachment of urban-style housing into the countryside.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 3.11CDP 4.8
Decision Document Summary
This application by NS Masonry Ltd sought permission for two single-storey dwellings and associated works at Bearnafunshin, Barefield, Co. Clare. The site is located within an area designated as being under strong urban influence near a railway line. The Planning Authority refused permission primarily because the proposal represents speculative urban-generated development that conflicts with rural housing policies, fails to demonstrate a local social or economic need, and would contribute to und...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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