Core Refusal Reason
The proposal represents the consolidation of unauthorized development on-site due to non-compliance with previous planning conditions and the existence of unpermitted structural expansions and commercial activities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would represent the consolidation of unauthorized development because the applicant failed to comply with the terms and conditions of a previous permission (PRR06/5252), specifically regarding required improvements to the site entrance.
- The application is considered piecemeal and incomplete as it fails to include other unauthorized structural changes and intensified commercial tourism/recreational uses currently operating on the site without planning permission.
- The proposal would unduly impact the amenities of the area, traffic safety, and public health, thereby undermining planning regulations and the proper planning and sustainable development of the rural location.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 6Chapter 9Chapter 11Chapter 13CPO 6.3CPO 6.4CPO 6.42CPO 6.44CPO 12.54CPO 13.16CPO 13.1CPO 13.20CPO 17.5CPO 17.6CPO 17.14CPO 17.23CPO 17.35CPO 17.38Section 6.3.3CPO 11.3CPO 11.4CPO 11.6CPO 11.7CPO 11.10CPO 11.13CPO 11.14CPO 11.15CPO 11.19CPO 11.20CPO 11.25Appendix 1Appendix 2Appendix 5
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention planning permission for the change of use of a residential unit to short-term letting and for the structure as constructed at The Old Rectory, Dunganstown, Co. Wicklow. Wicklow County Council refused the application on the grounds that it would consolidate unauthorized development, noting that the applicant had not fulfilled previous planning obligations regarding site access and had omitted several other unpermitted structural and commercial developments from t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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