Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a local housing need in a designated Stronger Rural Area and insufficient technical information regarding wastewater treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine social or economic local need for a dwelling in a 'Stronger Rural Area' as required by the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019 and national guidelines.
- The development would contribute to unsustainable random rural encroachment, militating against the preservation of the rural environment and the efficient provision of public infrastructure.
- The planning authority was unable to conduct a full assessment of the effluent treatment system due to inadequate information, posing a potential prejudice to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling house and domestic garage at Annagh Long, Wingfield. The site is located within a 'Stronger Rural Area' under the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019, where housing is restricted to individuals with a proven local social or economic need. The application was refused because the applicant did not meet these criteria, leading to concerns regarding unsustainable rural development and the preservation of the rural environment. Additi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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