Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate exceptional circumstances for a new rural dwelling given the applicant's previous ownership of a rural house.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of exceptional circumstances required for individuals who have previously owned a rural home.
- The proposal does not comply with the specific rural housing eligibility criteria set out in Table 4-6 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- Granting permission would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to the lack of demonstrated housing need.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 4-6 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for the erection of a fully serviced dwelling and associated site works at Battlestown, Rathroe. The local authority refused the proposal primarily because the applicant did not adequately justify the requirement for a new rural house after having previously owned one. Under the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028, such cases require the submission of exceptional circumstances, which were deemed insufficient in this instance, making the development inconsi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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