Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a 'Structurally Weak' area, specifically because the applicant's housing need had already been met by a previous planning permission.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of a demonstrable housing need required for development in a 'Structurally Weak' rural area.
- Records indicate the applicant's housing need was previously satisfied within the same locality under planning reference 20060238.
- The proposed development would undermine the sustainable development of the area and conflict with policies intended to preserve the rural character of the Uplands landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.3Table No. 12
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to construct a fully serviced dwelling house and garage at Kilcullen, Ballindaggan, a site located within a 'Structurally Weak' rural area and an Uplands landscape. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the applicant did not establish a specific housing need for this location, noting that their requirements had already been met by a prior development. The proposal was found to be in breach of the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019 ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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