Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need for a one-off dwelling in an area designated as a 'Stronger Rural Area' under the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is located within a 'Stronger Rural Area' where the development of one-off rural housing is managed in accordance with specific local need criteria.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence to meet the local need criteria, meaning the proposal cannot be classified as rural generated housing.
- The development would contravene Policy CS45 and Table 6 of the County Development Plan and would therefore be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 6Map 1.2.3Policy CS45Laois County Development Plan 2017-2023
Decision Document Summary
Nigel R Moynan sought outline planning permission for a new dwelling house, domestic garage, and associated site works at Aghamaddock, Stradbally, Co. Laois. The Planning Authority refused the application because the site is situated in a 'Stronger Rural Area' as defined by the Laois County Development Plan 2017-2023. The refusal was based on the applicant's failure to demonstrate compliance with local housing need criteria, making the proposal a violation of Policy CS45 and inconsistent with th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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