Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to substandard internal and external space provisions, inappropriate site division, and visual discordance with the coastal character and development pattern of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The conversion and extension of the outhouse would result in an inappropriate division of the site, creating a visually discordant and excessive development that is contrary to the established pattern of the coastal area.
- The proposed two-bedroom unit, at 57 square metres, fails to meet the minimum internal floor area requirement of 80 square metres as mandated by Section 18.10.7 and Table 36 of the County Development Plan.
- The provision of only 22 square metres of private open space is significantly below the minimum requirement of 60 square metres for a two-bedroom dwelling, as set out in Section 18.10.8 of the Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 18.10.7Table 36Section 18.10.8
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the change of use and extension of an existing outhouse into a two-bedroom residence at Rosetown, Rosslare. The Planning Authority refused the application on three grounds: the inappropriate intensification and division of a coastal site which would set an undesirable precedent; the failure to meet minimum internal floor area standards (57sqm provided vs 80sqm required); and a significant shortfall in private open space (22sqm provided vs 60sqm required). C...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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