Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate compliance with rural housing need criteria and the inappropriate replacement of a vernacular rural building contrary to heritage preservation policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with the Rural Settlement Strategy and 'RC' zoning objective, which requires applicants to prove a genuine local need for housing in rural areas.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for developments that circumvent the Council's rural housing requirements, undermining the integrity of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
- The proposal contravenes specific policies intended to protect historic vernacular buildings by failing to prioritize the sensitive restoration and re-use of structures that contribute to the rural character of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.5.15.2Policy SPQHP54Objective SPQHO65Section 3.5.15.13Policy SPQHP59Objective SPQHO104
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Mark Ennis, sought retention and planning permission for development on lands at Kilhedge Lane, Corduff, Lusk, Co. Dublin. Fingal County Council refused the application on two primary grounds: first, the applicant did not satisfy the 'local needs' criteria established in the Rural Settlement Strategy for the 'RC' (Rural Cluster) zoning; and second, the proposal was found to be in direct conflict with heritage policies that discourage the demolition or replacement of vernacular rur...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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