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1) 3 no. glamping pods, 1 no. log cabin and existing toilet/shower block facility all for short term camping use 2) conversion of part of existing traditional stone building for use as kitchenette and games room as part of camping facilities and 3) Permission for change of use of 1 no. traditional stone building from agricultural use to commercial short term use with services and 4) Permission to construct new car parking area to accommodate both proposed and existing facilities with all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to the consolidation of unauthorized structures, non-compliance with rural tourism policies (CPO 11.14), and significant concerns regarding traffic safety and public health infrastructure.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal would consolidate unauthorized development on-site, specifically the use of the Granary Building and existing signage, which is contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
  • The development fails to meet the requirements of Objective CPO 11.14 of the County Development Plan as the applicant did not provide a Section 47 agreement to restrict the units to short-term tourism use.
  • The application presents significant traffic and public health hazards due to an unsafe entrance layout near horse-parking areas and insufficient information regarding the organic load on wastewater treatment systems.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective CPO 11.14County Development Plan 2022-2028Section 47 of the Planning & Development Act

Decision Document Summary

This application sought retention and planning permission for a multi-unit glamping and short-term holiday accommodation facility, including the conversion of agricultural buildings and new parking at Money Upper, Coolkenna, Co. Wicklow. Wicklow County Council refused the proposal on four grounds: the consolidation of unauthorized development, conflict with rural tourism objectives (CPO 11.14) due to the lack of a legal occupancy agreement, traffic safety risks arising from poor site access and ...
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