Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a local rural housing need and the creation of undesirable ribbon development in a Rural Area under Strong Urban Influence.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local rural housing need as required for areas under strong urban influence, due to their long-term residence in a 'Larger Town'.
- The proposed development would create an infill site and exacerbate ribbon development, leading to an undesirable suburban form of linear development in a rural area.
- The proposal is contrary to the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 and national guidelines regarding sustainable rural housing and the preservation of rural character.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 1 Table No. 4-6Volume 1 Section 4.9.3Objective SH43
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling and shared entrance at Commons or Newtown, New Ross Rural. The application was refused by the local authority as the site is located within a 'Rural Area under Strong Urban Influence' where the applicant failed to meet the specific local housing need criteria. Furthermore, the development was deemed to constitute ribbon development, which would negatively impact the rural character of the area and conflict with established planning pol...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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