Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would create undesirable ribbon development and an excessive density of housing in a rural area, contrary to national guidelines and local planning policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would create a pattern of undesirable ribbon development along the public road when taken in conjunction with existing residential development in the area.
- The proposal constitutes an excessive density of housing development in a rural area, which is contrary to the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities 2005.
- The development would negatively impact the rural character of the area and lead to demands for the uneconomic provision of public services and facilities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.10Waterford County Development Plan 2011-2017 (as extended and varied)
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for a new two-storey house, garage, and associated site works at Deelish, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, within an 'Area Under Urban Pressure'. While the applicant successfully demonstrated a local housing need under Section 4.10 of the development plan, the proposal was refused primarily on the grounds of ribbon development. The planning authority determined that the addition of an 8th house in a 250m stretch would result in an excessive density of rural housing, er...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.