Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under strong urban influence, and presented significant concerns regarding traffic safety and public health due to site unsuitability for wastewater treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants have not established a functional or social requirement to reside in this specific rural area, which is designated as being under strong urban influence, contrary to Objective RS O1 of the Limerick County Development Plan.
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard because the restricted sightlines at the site entrance are insufficient to ensure the safety of road users on the adjoining public road.
- The site is unsuitable for the safe disposal of domestic effluent due to poor percolation characteristics, posing an unacceptable risk of groundwater pollution and a threat to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RS O1Objective RS O2Section 10.2.1DM Standard 1
Decision Document Summary
Shane FitzGerald & Chloe Walsh sought permission for a four-bedroom two-storey dwelling, a new entrance, and a wastewater treatment system at Cappercullen, Murroe, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a rural area identified as being under significant pressure for urban-generated housing. The application was refused by Limerick City & County Council because the applicants did not meet the criteria for rural housing need, the proposed access was deemed a traffic hazard due to poor visibility, and...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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