Core Refusal Reason
The proposed domestic garage and store floor area exceeds the maximum 80 sqm limit established in the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The combined floor area of domestic garages and stores on the site totals approximately 113 sqm, which exceeds the maximum allowable limit of 80 sqm.
- The scale of the proposed structures is considered to be in excess of normal domestic requirements and fails to remain ancillary to the main dwelling house.
- The development is contrary to the specific standards set out in the County Development Plan and would negatively impact the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.2 of Volume 2 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed alterations and extensions to an existing approved development at Pembrokestown, Killag. The local authority refused permission primarily because the cumulative floor area of domestic outbuildings on the site (c. 113 sqm) significantly surpassed the 80 sqm threshold defined in Section 3.2 of Volume 2 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028. As the proposal was deemed to exceed normal domestic needs and failed to comply with height and area standards for ancillar...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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