Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is contrary to the Cork City Development Plan's rural housing policies for the City Hinterland, as the applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine housing need and the project represents inappropriate backland development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate an exceptional, genuine, and justifiable need for housing in an area designated as being under strong urban pressure (City Hinterland).
- The proposal constitutes inappropriate backland development that would result in excessive density, injure residential amenities, and lead to the suburbanisation of a rural area.
- The application failed to prove that the site could accommodate a safe access driveway or a wastewater treatment system compliant with the EPA code of practice.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.53Section 3.54Objective 11.9National Policy Objective 19
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Philip Royal, sought permission to construct a new single-storey dwelling and upgrade wastewater treatment systems at Palmeyra, Rathcooney Road, Glanmire. Cork City Council refused the application because the development contravenes the City Development Plan 2022-2028 regarding the protection of the City Hinterland zone. The refusal was based on the applicant's failure to demonstrate a specific housing need, the negative impact of backland development on rural character, and techn...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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