Core Refusal Reason
The proposed shed exceeds the maximum floor area and ridge height standards for domestic ancillary structures as defined in the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed floor area of 110.46 sqm significantly exceeds the maximum 80 sqm limit permitted for domestic garages and stores.
- The ridge height of 6.6 m is in excess of the 5 m maximum height allowed for ancillary domestic structures.
- The scale of the structure is considered to be in excess of normal domestic requirements and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.2 of Volume 2 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the erection of a domestic hobby shed ancillary to an existing dwelling at Ballyfinoge Little, Killnick. The application was refused by the local authority as the structure's dimensions—specifically its 110.46 sqm floor area and 6.6 m ridge height—breach the development standards set out in Section 3.2 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028. The planning authority concluded that the shed's scale exceeds typical domestic needs and fails to comply with ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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