Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need, and the proposed backland development on an elevated site would negatively impact the rural character and landscape of the Rolling Lowlands area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentation to demonstrate a functional or economic housing need as required by Objective CPO 6.41 of the County Development Plan.
- The proposed development, located on an elevated site in open fields within the Rolling Lowlands, would diminish the rural character and injure the visual amenities of the area.
- The backland nature of the proposal, featuring an elongated driveway and significant setback from the road, is out of context with the existing development pattern and contrary to the Rural Design Guide.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 6.1CPO 6.4CPO 6.41CPO 6.42CPO 6.44CPO 6.46SS812.3.8CPO 13.6CPO 13.2CPO 17.37Appendix 1Appendix 2Objective 5.3.15
Decision Document Summary
Carmel Whelan sought planning permission for a 3-bedroom bungalow, garage, and effluent treatment system at Ballylaffin, Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow. The site is located in a rural 'Rolling Lowlands' area. Wicklow County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant did not adequately prove a rural housing need. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the proposed dwelling's elevated, backland position and significant setback from the public road would constitute haphazar...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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