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to construct a single storey detached dwelling, detached domestic garage, new vehicular entrance onto public roadway, driveway, wastewater treatment system, percolation area, boundaries, landscaping and associated site works, planning previously approved on site under Planning Ref. No. 07/385

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural-generated housing need, resulting in a material contravention of the Cavan County Development Plan 2014-2020.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant has not sufficiently demonstrated a rural-generated housing need at this specific location as required for developments in a 'Stronger Rural Area'.
  • The proposed development would materially contravene Section 2.7.5 and Objective RHO8 of the Cavan County Development Plan 2014-2020.
  • The surrounding rural area has experienced significant overdevelopment in the past 25 years, and the proposal would contribute to unsustainable development patterns contrary to Section 10.14 of the Development Plan.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 2.8.2Policy RHP1RHO1RHO2RHO3RHO4RHO5Section 10.14.2DMO7DMO8Section 10.14Section 2.7.5Objective RHO8

Decision Document Summary

Sheelagh Traynor sought permission for a single-storey detached dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Galbolie, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan. The site is situated in a 'Stronger Rural Area' where development is restricted to those with a defined rural housing need. Although the applicant is a returned emigrant, the Planning Authority concluded that a site-specific need was not adequately proven. Additionally, the planner highlighted that the area has reached a level of overdevelopment...
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