Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes backland development that would lead to the overdevelopment of an unserviced rural area and injure the established amenities of the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling constitutes backland development relative to existing residential properties, which is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The development, in conjunction with existing and permitted housing in the immediate vicinity, would result in the overdevelopment of an unserviced rural area.
- The proposal would result in haphazard development at a raised level, which is detrimental to the rural character and established amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RHP1RHO1RHO2RHO3RHO4RHO5Section 10.14Section 10.14.3Objective DMO8
Decision Document Summary
The application (Ref: 22/10) by Natasha Clarke & Marcin Ryczan sought permission for a bungalow, garage, and associated services at Laragh, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan. The site is located on a hillside along the L3535 local road in a 'Stronger Rural Area'. While the applicants successfully demonstrated a rural housing need, the proposal was refused because it was deemed to be backland development that would lead to the overdevelopment of an unserviced rural area. The planner concluded that the develo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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