Core Refusal Reason
The retention of permanent structures in a sensitive coastal zone is considered inappropriate as it is not related to a permanent permitted use, is contrary to development plan objectives (CZM83) restricting development outside existing settlement boundaries, and relies on a substandard, unsurfaced access laneway.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of development is not appropriate because the placement of permanent structures to facilitate temporary camping/campervan use in a rural coastal area conflicts with the presumption against new development outside of established settlements.
- The proposed development fronts onto a substandard unsurfaced laneway of inadequate width and alignment, making it contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
- Granting permission would lead to demands for the uneconomic provision of public services and facilities in a sensitive area and would set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CZ M86Objective CZ M83Objective CZM83Volume 1 Chapter 7Section 7.7.5Objective TM55Objective TM59Volume 1 Chapter 12Section 12.8
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a 12.5sqm metal storage container and a concrete plinth on a 0.158-hectare site at Ballyconnigar Upper, County Wexford. The site is located in a rural coastal zone accessed via a narrow, unsurfaced track. The applicant argued that the structures were ancillary to the temporary use of the site for camping, which is permitted under exempted development regulations, and that the site had a 30-year history of family holiday use. However, the Inspector co...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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