Core Refusal Reason
The proposal fails to meet rural housing need criteria in an Area of Special Control, constitutes undesirable ribbon development, and negatively impacts the privacy of adjacent residents.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with the 'local rural person' and 'local rural housing need' criteria required for development within an 'Area of Special Control' under Objective CDP 3.11.
- The proposed dwelling would result in an extension of undesirable ribbon development and exacerbate the density of housing in a rural area, negatively impacting the visual amenities and character of the 'Western Corridor Working Landscape'.
- The inclusion of first-floor windows in close proximity to the shared boundary would lead to overlooking and a loss of privacy for the adjacent dwelling, adversely affecting residential amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CDP 3.11Clare County Development Plan 2017-2023
Decision Document Summary
This application by Ross & Vikki O'Loughlin sought permission for a new dwelling house, entrance, and wastewater treatment system at Brickhill West, Cratloe, Co. Clare. The proposal was refused by Clare County Council primarily because the applicants did not meet the local rural housing need criteria for an 'Area of Special Control'. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the development would contribute to undesirable ribbon development and cause significant overlooking issues for...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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