Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need (social or economic) in a 'stronger rural area' as required by local and national policy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a specific economic or social need to reside in this rural area as required by the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposal does not comply with the 'Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities' (2005) regarding housing in stronger rural areas.
- Granting permission would be contrary to national policy and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area given the proximity to existing settlements.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wexford County Development Plan 2022 – 2028Table No. 4.6
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission to retain existing works and complete a dwelling at Ballybuckley, Bree. The site is situated within a 'stronger rural area' where development is restricted to those with a proven local need. The Planning Authority refused the application because the documentation provided did not sufficiently establish the applicant's social or economic necessity to live in this specific rural location, making it inconsistent with the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 an...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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