Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would exacerbate ribbon development in a rural area, contrary to the County Development Plan and national planning guidelines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would contribute to and exacerbate ribbon development along the local road, which is contrary to the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities.
- The proposal fails to comply with Policy SSP17 of the Offaly County Development Plan 2014-2020 regarding the capacity of the area to absorb further development.
- The applicants failed to provide sufficient evidence to substantiate their local rural housing need under the criteria of Policy SSP18, requiring further clarification on their links to the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
SSP17SSP18Section 8.7Section 8.7.1
Decision Document Summary
Mairead & Stephen Feighery sought permission for a two-storey dwelling, detached garage, and on-site wastewater treatment system at Brocca Road, Mucklagh, Co. Offaly. The site is located in the open countryside within a designated pressure area characterized by existing ribbon development. The application was refused because the development would further exacerbate ribbon development in the area, violating Policy SSP17 of the Offaly County Development Plan 2014-2020 and national guidelines, whil...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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