Core Refusal Reason
The structure is not sufficiently intact to qualify for restoration under rural housing policy, the site is undersized, and safe vehicular access cannot be demonstrated.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing structure, originally a Parochial School, is not considered 'substantially intact' or a derelict dwelling, thus failing to meet the restoration criteria of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed development does not meet the mandatory minimum site size and floor area ratio standards required for single dwellings in rural areas.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the required 65m sightlines can be achieved at the proposed entrance, creating a traffic hazard and endangering public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.9Section 4.9.4Table 4.7Table 4.8Section 3.1.2Table 3-3Section 8.7.3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the restoration of a derelict structure, formerly a Parochial School, into a dwelling house at Vernegly, Bannow. Wexford County Council refused the application because the structure's current state does not meet the 'substantially intact' threshold required for rural restoration projects. Additionally, the site failed to meet minimum size requirements, and the proposed access point lacked the necessary sightlines for safe egress onto the County Road, representi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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