Core Refusal Reason
Material contravention of the Rural Settlement Strategy, rural zoning objectives, and failure to meet minimum residential standards for accommodation and amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development materially contravenes the Rural Settlement Strategy of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 and fails to align with national planning policy and ministerial guidelines.
- The proposed change of use of the garage structure violates the 'RU' rural zoning objective and fails to comply with specific standards for garden rooms.
- The converted structures provide sub-standard levels of accommodation and amenity, failing to meet required housing standards, open space objectives, and previous planning conditions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.5.15.3Objective SPQHO81Section 14.10.4RU - Rural zoning objectiveDMSO20Objective DMSO19Objective DMSO27
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention permission for a relocated structure and the change of use of a detached two-storey garage at Brookview House, Balcunnin, Skerries. The proposal was refused as it materially contravenes the Rural Settlement Strategy and the 'RU' rural zoning objective of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029. Additionally, the applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with residential standards regarding accommodation schedules and open space, resulting in sub-standard living co...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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