Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in accordance with the Limerick County Development Plan, alongside concerns regarding ribbon development and traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has not sufficiently demonstrated a functional or social requirement to reside in this specific rural area, which is contrary to the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities.
- The proposed development would contribute to and exacerbate an existing pattern of ribbon development, which is detrimental to the rural character and visual amenity of the area.
- The proposed entrance fails to provide adequate sight distances in both directions, creating a significant traffic hazard for road users on the public road.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RS O1Objective RS O2Policy SS P1
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a single-storey dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Dromtrasna South, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. The site is situated in a rural area under strong urban influence where housing is restricted to those with a proven local need. The Planning Authority refused the application because the applicant did not meet the rural housing criteria, the proposal would result in undesirable ribbon development, and the proposed access was deemed unsafe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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