Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a new rural-generated housing need in an Area Under Strong Urban Influence, specifically due to the applicant's prior ownership of a dwelling in the rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is located within an Area Under Strong Urban Influence as defined by the Wexford County Development Plan 2022–2028.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need, particularly as they have previously owned a dwelling in this rural area.
- The proposed development contravenes established rural housing policy and is inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wexford County Development Plan 2022–2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the erection of a serviced dwelling house and associated works at Newfort, Castle Ellis. The application was refused by the Planning Authority because the site is situated in an Area Under Strong Urban Influence. The authority concluded that the applicant did not establish a legitimate rural housing need, noting that the applicant had previously owned a home in the rural area, thereby contravening the rural housing policies of the Wexford County Development Pla...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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