Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a local social or economic housing need in a restricted rural area and inadequate technical information regarding wastewater treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine social or economic need to reside in an 'Upland Landscape Character Area' and 'Stronger rural area' as required by local and national policy.
- The proposed development is contrary to the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019 and the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities.
- Insufficient information was submitted regarding the foul effluent treatment system, preventing a proper assessment of environmental impacts.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.3Table No. 12Map no. 6
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a two-storey dwelling, garage, and services at Coolnagloose. The site is situated within a sensitive 'Upland Landscape Character Area' and a 'Stronger rural area' under the Wexford County Development Plan. The application was refused because the applicant did not meet the criteria for local housing need and failed to provide adequate technical details concerning the proposed wastewater treatment system, making it contrary to sustainable development princ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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