Core Refusal Reason
Lack of demonstrable housing need and failure to prove a safe water supply.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine housing need as they already own and occupy an existing rural dwelling.
- The proposal is contrary to the rural housing policies (Objective RH03 and Table 12) of the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019.
- The application failed to provide evidence of a safe and adequate water supply, posing a risk to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RH03Table 12Section 18.12.1
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a new dwelling and domestic garage at Clonsilla East, Ballynestragh. The proposal was refused by the local authority primarily because the applicants already possess a rural home, meaning they do not meet the criteria for a demonstrable housing need under the Wexford County Development Plan. Additionally, the planning authority raised concerns regarding public health, noting that the applicant failed to prove that a safe water supply could be established fo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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