Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the applicant's failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need, the proposal's negative visual impact on a sensitive landscape, and the inadequacy of the local road network.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentary evidence to demonstrate a bona fide social or economic necessity to reside in this rural area as required under Objective HD23.
- The proposed development on an elevated and open site would form an incongruous and intrusive feature in a scenic landscape, adversely impacting the visual amenities and character of the Eastern Corridor area.
- The existing private road network serving the site is deficient in width, alignment, and structural condition, and is therefore inadequate to safely accommodate the additional traffic generated by the development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.4Objective HD23Objective HD3Objective NH49Section 5.3.14
Decision Document Summary
Cathy Holfeld sought planning permission for a new single-storey dwelling, domestic garage, and associated site works at Ballydonagh Lane, Delgany, an elevated rural site within the 'Eastern Corridor' landscape category. Wicklow County Council refused the proposal primarily because the applicant did not meet the criteria for a rural house under Objective HD23, particularly given her current residence in Canada. Additionally, the council determined that the house would be visually obtrusive in a ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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