Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 80sqm outbuilding is considered excessive in scale and residential in design, exceeding the reasonable needs of the dwelling particularly in light of the existing large-scale garage already on site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The size and scale of the proposed 80sqm outbuilding is considered excessive and over and above the needs of the primary dwelling, especially given the presence of an existing large-scale garage on the site.
- The design of the structure is more akin to a residential unit than a domestic outbuilding, which is out of character with the existing pattern of development and the provisions of the Wicklow rural house design guide.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar large-scale developments in the absence of a genuine need and would be contrary to the amenities of the area and proper planning.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Hierarchy 3: Area of High Amenity - South East Mountain LowlandsAppendix 1 Development and Design StandardsAppendix 2: Single Rural Houses Design Guidelines
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention and completion of an 80sqm outbuilding at Ballinvally Lower, Arklow, located within an Area of High Amenity. The proposal was a repeat submission of a previously refused application (23/407) on a site that already contains a significant detached garage. Wicklow County Council refused the application because the cumulative scale of outbuildings was deemed excessive for the needs of the dwelling. Additionally, the planner noted that the structure's design appe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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