Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate rural housing need in a sensitive coastal zone, lack of archaeological assessment, and inadequate technical details regarding site access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to establish a genuine rural housing need or linkage required for development within a designated Coastal Zone and Distinctive landscape.
- The absence of a comprehensive archaeological assessment prevents the Planning Authority from evaluating the potential impact on local heritage.
- The proposal lacks sufficient technical detail and legal agreements regarding road access and lane upgrades, posing a risk to traffic safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 1 Table 4.6Objective AH05
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a single-storey dwelling and a new site entrance at Duncormick Hill, Duncormick, located within a sensitive Coastal Zone and a landscape classified as 'Distinctive'. The application was refused by Wexford County Council as the applicant did not adequately demonstrate compliance with rural housing policy regarding local linkage and need. Furthermore, the planning authority cited a lack of archaeological assessment to protect local heritage and insufficient infor...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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