Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an Area under Urban Influence, as their housing need had already been met by a previously granted dwelling in the locality.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with the Rural Housing policy for an Area under Urban Influence as set out in the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The applicant's rural housing need has already been met by a previously granted dwelling in the rural area, meaning the current proposal does not meet the criteria for a new dwelling house.
- The proposed development would be contrary to National Policy Objective 19 of the National Planning Framework and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027 Rural Housing PolicyNational Policy Objective 19
Decision Document Summary
John Lawlor applied for permission to construct a storey-and-a-half residence, septic tank, and associated site works at Garrythomas, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located in an 'Area under Urban Influence' where strict rural housing eligibility criteria apply. Although the applicant submitted details regarding a marriage breakdown and medical needs to justify the move, the Planning Authority determined that his rural housing need had already been satisfied by a house previously granted to h...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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