Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused because the applicants failed to demonstrate a bona fide rural housing need under Objective HD23, and the proposal would consolidate unauthorized development on-site, posing a risk to public health and the visual character of a sensitive rural landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to provide sufficient evidence of a permanent rural housing need as required by Objective HD23 of the County Development Plan for a Level 10 Rural Area.
- The development would result in the consolidation of unauthorized development on-site, including an existing 'tree house' cabin and entrance, which is prejudicial to public health due to a lack of information regarding wastewater facilities.
- The proposal would alter the landscape character of the N11 Corridor Area, contributing to the suburbanisation of the rural area and representing sporadic development contrary to the settlement strategy.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HD23Policy HD1Policy HD3Policy HD24Objective NH49Section 4.4PE S 10
Decision Document Summary
Dean Mulvihill and Sarah Lavin proposed the construction of a bungalow and effluent treatment system at Kilmacurra West, Kilbride, Co. Wicklow, located in a sensitive rural landscape opposite botanical gardens. Wicklow County Council refused the application on the grounds that the applicants did not qualify for a rural dwelling under the County Development Plan's housing need criteria. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the proposal would consolidate existing unauthorized struct...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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