Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a functional housing need in a 'Stronger Rural Area' and non-compliance with garage height standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional housing need for a second rural dwelling, as their housing needs were already satisfied by a previous planning permission (ref 20042285) within 6km of the site.
- The proposal is contrary to national and local policies, including the Wexford County Development Plan and Project Ireland 2040, which aim to restrict one-off rural housing in 'Stronger Rural Areas' to preserve rural character.
- The proposed domestic garage exceeds the maximum height limit of 5.0m specified in Section 18.13.2 of the Development Plan, which would set an undesirable precedent if permitted.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.3.3.2Objective RH03Section 18.13.2
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling house and domestic garage at Ballygillistown, The Leap. The site is situated within a 'Stronger Rural Area' where development is restricted to applicants with established local linkages and specific housing needs. The application was refused because the applicant's housing need had already been met by a prior development nearby, and no overriding functional need for an additional rural dwelling was demonstrated. Furthermore, the propos...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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