Core Refusal Reason
The proposal represents an unacceptable intensification of the site and fails to meet development plan standards regarding the physical attachment of ancillary residential units to the main dwelling.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development constitutes an unacceptable intensification of the site which may result in a public health hazard.
- The unit's detachment from the main dwelling violates specific policy requirements for self-contained residential units intended for family members.
- The proposal is contrary to the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019 (extended) and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
18.13.3
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the conversion and extension of a domestic garage into a self-contained granny flat at Kilmichael, Kilgorman. Wexford County Council refused permission on two primary grounds: first, that the intensification of the site posed a potential public health risk according to the Environment Section; and second, that the unit's physical separation from the primary residence failed to comply with Section 18.13.3 of the County Development Plan, which governs ancillary family acco...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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