Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the failure to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need, significant traffic safety concerns on the R178, and the availability of existing dwellings on the landholding for refurbishment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need, thereby contravening Section 2.7.5 and Objective RHO8 of the Cavan County Development Plan 2014-2020.
- The proposed entrance onto the R178 regional road would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard due to restricted visibility near a bend and summit where required sightlines are unachievable.
- The development is contrary to Objectives DMO15 and DMO16, which prioritize the reuse and refurbishment of existing rural dwellings, given the presence of two such structures on the original landholding.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 2.7.5Objective RHO8Objective DMO15Objective DMO16Policy RHP1Objective DMO8Objective RHO1Objective RHO2Objective RHO3Objective RHO4Objective RHO5
Decision Document Summary
This application by Liam Cullen sought permission for a single-storey dwelling and garage at Carrickgorman, Bailieborough, on a site previously refused for similar development. Located on the R178 regional road, the proposal was ultimately refused by Cavan County Council. The decision was based on the applicant's failure to establish a specific rural housing need, the creation of a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines at a dangerous road alignment, and the policy preference for refurbishi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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