Core Refusal Reason
The proposed subdivision of a single dwelling into two units in a rural area under rural influence failed to demonstrate a site-specific economic or social need, represented an over-intensification of the site that was out of character with the area, and provided a substandard level of residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine economic or social need for an additional dwelling in a 'Rural Area Under Rural Influence', which is a requirement for sustainable development in this location.
- The subdivision constitutes an over-intensification of development that is out of character with the surrounding rural landscape and would set an undesirable precedent for similar unsustainable development patterns.
- The layout results in a substandard level of residential amenity due to poor outlook, inadequate daylighting, and a lack of privacy between the two units and their respective amenity spaces.
Cited Policies (CDP)
P-RHOU-1P-RHOU-2P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-3P-WW-5Section 13.4Section 13.4.1P-RAU-HOU-1P-LCAP-1P-HOU-2Section 13.4.3
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of a subdivision of an existing single-storey dwelling into two separate residential units at Rahaberna, Drum, Co. Sligo. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under rural influence. Sligo County Council refused the application because the applicant did not establish a rural housing need for the additional unit. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the haphazard nature of the subdivision was out of character with the area, cr...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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