Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes an inappropriate commercial development in a rural/high amenity zone where the existing structure lacks residential status, further exacerbated by traffic safety and amenity concerns.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing structure lacks planning permission for use as a dwelling, meaning the proposed bed and breakfast use cannot be considered ancillary to a main residence as required by the zoning objectives.
- The scale and commercial nature of the development, including the extent of required car parking, is more appropriate for a village center location rather than a rural or high amenity area.
- The intensive nature of the development would negatively impact residential amenity through increased activity and poses a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines at the entrance.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 5.2High Amenity zoning objectiveRural zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the completion and reconfiguration of a partially built structure at Pucky Lane, Garristown, for use as accommodation. The application was refused by Fingal County Council because the site is located within High Amenity and Rural zoning where commercial enterprises of this scale are discouraged unless ancillary to an established residence. Additionally, the Planning Authority determined that the development would result in an over-intensification of use on a lane with inadequ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.