Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the applicant's failure to demonstrate a local rural housing need, the inappropriate creation of an infill gap site, and the location of the development within a high-risk flood zone without adequate assessment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate compliance with the local rural housing need criteria required for an 'Area of Special Control' under Strong Urban Pressure, as mandated by Objective CDP3.11.
- The proposed siting of the dwelling would result in the creation of an infill gap site between the proposal site and the nearest existing dwelling, which is contrary to the provisions of Objective CDP3.13.
- The development is located within Flood Risk Area 'A' (Flood Zone A), and in the absence of a site-specific flood risk assessment, the proposal is considered contrary to Objective CDP18.6 and national flood risk management guidelines.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CDP3.11Objective CDP3.13Objective CDP18.6Objective CDP2.1Objective CDP8.4Objective CDP8.5Objective CDP13.3
Decision Document Summary
Paul Boyce sought planning permission for a detached single-storey dwelling, domestic garage/home office, and an on-site wastewater treatment system at Poulaforia, Tulla, Co. Clare. The site is situated in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Pressure' and is partially located within Flood Zone A. Clare County Council refused the application on three primary grounds: the applicant did not satisfy the 'local need' requirement for rural housing, the development would create an unde...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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