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demolition of 36m² of the existing 108m² garage as built contrary to approved designs as granted under planning reference 94532 along with the retention of the remaining 72m² of the existing garage. The existing garage is used for private vehicle storage, garden maintenance machinery & equipment storage, fuel storage and the roof of the garage is fitted with solar panels for energy generation
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed garage for retention is considered excessive in size and scale, exceeding the needs of the existing dwelling and failing to be ancillary in nature.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 72sqm garage is deemed excessive in size and scale relative to the 200sqm main dwelling and the 0.16ha site, failing to meet the criteria for an ancillary domestic structure.
- The development exceeds the 40sqm general size limit for domestic garages set out in Appendix 2 of the County Development Plan 2022-2028 without sufficient justification for an exception.
- Granting retention would set an undesirable precedent for similar large-scale developments in the absence of genuine need, which would be contrary to the amenities of the area and proper planning.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Appendix 1 Development and Design StandardsAppendix 2: Single Rural Houses Design GuidelinesWicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The applicants, Stephen & Cathy Pearson, sought permission to demolish 36sqm of an existing unauthorized 108sqm garage and retain the remaining 72sqm at their property in Roundwood, Co. Wicklow. The site is located at the end of a residential cul-de-sac and contains a detached bungalow. Wicklow County Council refused the application on the grounds that the reduced garage size remains excessive and over-scaled for domestic use, contravening the 40sqm guideline established in the County Developmen...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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