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erect a new dwelling with services including new entrance and associated site works and retention permission for the following, the temporary placement of a mobile home on-site for a limited period pending the development of the proposed dwelling which will then be removed off site, the temporary provision of the existing septic tank and percolation area which will be decommissioned pending the development of the proposed dwelling, the retention of the existing sheds, hard surfaced areas for the keeping of my pet dogs, the retention of the works to the pre-existing agricultural entrance including piers, these works will be removed pending the development of the proposed dwelling and new entrance

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The applicant failed to demonstrate a bona fide rural housing need, and the proposal would create a traffic hazard while negatively impacting the visual amenities of the rural landscape.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant did not demonstrate a functional social or economic need to live in the open countryside as required by CPO 6.41 and Table 6.3 of the County Development Plan.
  • The proposed development, including the retention of sub-standard temporary structures and excessive hard landscaping, would be injurious to the visual amenities of the area and set an undesirable precedent.
  • The proposed entrance would result in a serious traffic hazard due to restricted sightlines and poor vertical alignment of the L-7235-22 road, falling short of the requirements of CPO 12.34.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.29CPO 6.41CPO 6.42CPO 6.44CPO 12.34CPO 13.16CPO 17.35Table 6.3Wicklow Single Rural House Design Guide

Decision Document Summary

Bernard Jackman sought permission for a new two-story, four-bedroom dwelling and the retention of a mobile home, kennels, and services at Money Upper, Coolkenno, Co. Wicklow. The site is located in a Level 10 rural area within the Rolling Lowlands landscape. Wicklow County Council refused the application because the applicant failed to establish a genuine rural housing need, the design and elevated siting were considered intrusive on the landscape, and the proposed access posed a significant tra...
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