Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate rural housing need and adverse impact on rural character due to site constraints.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient information to establish a genuine rural housing need, specifically regarding previous or current property ownership.
- The proposal is contrary to the established Rural Housing Policies of the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-19 (Extended).
- The development would negatively impact the rural character of the area due to the limited site size and inadequate provision for planting and landscaping.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wexford County Development Plan 2013-19 (Extended)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a bungalow, domestic garage, and ancillary services at Ballintlea, Kilnahue. The application was refused by the local authority because the applicant did not provide enough evidence to justify a rural housing need or clarify their property history. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the development, situated on a constrained site with minimal landscaping, would detract from the visual character of the rural landscape and fail to meet sustainabl...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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