Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a local housing need for a second habitable unit on the site, as permission already exists for a dwelling under Ref. 22/921, and the Planning Authority is not disposed to allowing two habitable units at this location.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed renovation does not qualify as a replacement dwelling, and the applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with local housing need criteria for an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence'.
- The Planning Authority is not favorably disposed to the creation of two habitable units on the subject site, given that the applicant already holds a valid permission (Ref. 22/921) for a dwelling house there.
- The applicant failed to clarify their intentions regarding whether this proposal is meant to supersede the existing permission or if they intend to develop both, which would result in an unsustainable density of rural housing.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.11.2Landscape and Seascape Character AssessmentDevelopment Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
Ronan Gough sought permission for the renovation and reroofing of existing walled remains to create a habitable dwelling at Ballykerogue Big, Stradbally, Co. Waterford. The site is situated in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'. Although the physical design was considered acceptable, the application faced refusal because the applicant already has permission for a dwelling on the same site under Ref. 22/921. The Planning Authority concluded that a housing need for a s...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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