Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a high-amenity zoned area and lack of clarity regarding the dwelling's status as a family flat or independent unit.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to clarify whether the proposal was for an independent dwelling or a family flat and did not demonstrate the 'exceptional circumstances' required for such a conversion.
- The site is located in a High Amenity 'G' zone where one-off housing is restricted to those with a genuine agricultural or local enterprise need, which the applicant did not meet.
- The proposed use of the building as a holiday home rather than a primary residence contravenes rural housing policy and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 8.2.3.6(vi)Policy Objective PHP23Section 4.3.1.6Section 12.3.10
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the conversion and extension of a farm outbuilding at Verney Farm, a protected structure in Kilternan, Dublin. The application was refused primarily because the site is situated in a High Amenity 'G' zone where strict 'one-off' housing restrictions apply. The applicant failed to establish a genuine housing need, particularly as the intended use was for a holiday home rather than a primary residence. Additionally, the applicant failed to provide sufficient clari...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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