Core Planning Reasoning
The proposal is recommended for grant as it represents an acceptable replacement of an existing dwelling of no heritage value by an applicant with a demonstrated local rural housing need, where the design integrates successfully into the landscape and technical requirements for access and wastewater are met.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant has established a clear local rural housing need under Policy RH-P-3 through a long-term residency in the locality exceeding 20 years.
- The replacement dwelling is consistent with Policy RH-P-7 as the existing bungalow has no heritage value, and the proposed design is of higher quality, enhancing the visual amenity of the area.
- The proposed access arrangements and on-site wastewater treatment system are technically adequate and can be managed through planning conditions to prevent environmental or road safety issues.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH-P-1Policy RH-P-2Policy RH-P-3Policy RH-P-7Policy T-P-15Policy NH-P-17Map 7.1.1Appendix 3Appendix 4
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for the demolition of an existing 64sqm bungalow and the construction of a 187.5sqm one-and-a-half-storey replacement dwelling, a detached garage, and a wastewater treatment system at Kinletter, Ballybofey. The site is located within a 'Stronger Rural Area' and an area of moderate scenic amenity. A third-party appeal raised objections regarding land ownership disputes, the presence of Japanese Knotweed, flooding from previous drainage works, and the lack of neces...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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