Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is primarily for a non-agricultural use (boat storage) on land zoned for agriculture, fails to demonstrate safe access sightlines, and lacks sufficient detail on agricultural waste management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed shed is excessive in scale and its primary intended use (75% for boat storage) is non-agricultural and inconsistent with the 'AG' zoning objective to protect the open nature and primary agricultural use of the land.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that safe sightlines can be achieved at the new entrance, creating a potential traffic hazard due to increased vehicle movements associated with the rowing club.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the management of organic waste and the rationale for the site's location relative to the applicants' main farm holding, potentially impacting public health and local amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wicklow County Development Plan 2016-2022Appendix 1: AgricultureGreystones-Delgany and Kilcoole Local Area Plan 2013 (Agriculture zoning objective)AONB - Coastal Area - The Northern Coastline
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention of a new entrance and permission for a 278.4sq.m shed for goat-keeping and storage on agricultural land at Sea Road, Kilcoole. Although presented as an agricultural development, the assessment determined that 75% of the structure was intended for boat storage for the Bray Rowing Club, which is incompatible with the 'AG' zoning. The proposal was refused because it represents a non-conforming use, fails to provide evidence of safe road access, and lacks necessary d...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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