Core Refusal Reason
The granny flat is a detached structure, which contravenes policy requiring such units to be attached to the main dwelling with internal access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The detached nature of the granny flat is not in accordance with the specific policy requirements for self-contained family units.
- The unit fails to provide the mandatory internal access door connecting it to the main dwelling house.
- The development is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as defined in the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.3 'Self-contained Residential Unit for a Family Member'Volume 2 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the retention of a detached granny flat at Goreybridge, Gorey Urban. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the development does not comply with Section 3.3 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028. This policy requires that self-contained residential units for family members must be physically attached to the main house and accessible via an internal door, criteria which the subject detached structure fails to meet....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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