Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a definable housing need in a 'Stronger Rural Area' given the applicant's history of multiple previous planning permissions in the same locality.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is situated in a 'Stronger Rural Area' where residential development is restricted to individuals with a proven, established need to live in the locality.
- The applicant has already been granted four previous planning permissions for rural housing in this specific uplands area, signifying that their housing need has already been met.
- Granting further permission would conflict with sustainable development principles and fail to preserve the amenities and rural character of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a fully serviced dwelling house and garage at Monasootagh, Kilcomb, located within a 'Stronger Rural Area' as defined by the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028. The application was refused because the applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine housing need, especially considering they had already received four prior planning permissions in the same rural vicinity. The planning authority determined that the development would undermine rural preserva...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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