Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under strong urban influence and inappropriate design/dimensions that are out of character with the rural setting.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need as required for a site located within a 'Strong Rural Area Under Urban Influence' according to the County Development Plan.
- The proposed development would consolidate a pattern of unsustainable development in a rural area, militating against the preservation of the rural environment and leading to demands for uneconomic provision of public services.
- The design and dimensions of the proposed dwelling are considered out of character with the rural location and are contrary to the Westmeath Rural Design Guidelines (2005).
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 9.1CPO 9.2CPO 9.8CPO 9.13CPO 9.14CPO 9.17CPO 9.18CPO 9.19CPO 9.20CPO 10.2CPO 10.5CPO 16.32CPO 16.33CPO 16.34
Decision Document Summary
Paul and Jennifer Nea applied for planning permission to construct a 147sqm single-storey dwelling, a 54sqm detached garage, and a septic tank at Knockmant, Killucan, Co. Westmeath. The site is located in a rural area categorized as being under strong urban influence. The local authority refused the application primarily because the applicants failed to submit a local needs questionnaire or demonstrate that they meet the criteria for rural residential development. Additionally, the planning auth...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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