Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a genuine housing need in a high-amenity zoned area and the unacceptable loss of a vernacular structure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to prove that the farm business generates sufficient returns to justify an additional dwelling for a principal employee, particularly as two dwellings are already within their control.
- It was not satisfactorily demonstrated that a family flat would be unsuitable, which is a requirement for one-off housing in the countryside under the Development Plan.
- The demolition of a vernacular style structure is contrary to heritage policies and sets a negative precedent that undermines the character of the Glencullen high-amenity area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective PHP23Policy Objective HER20Section 12.3.10Zoning Objective G
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the retention of a single-storey, one-bedroom dwelling at Fiery Lane, Glencullen, situated in a 'High Amenity' zoned area. The application was refused primarily because the applicant did not establish a genuine housing need based on agricultural or local enterprise requirements, nor did they justify why a family flat was not a viable alternative. Furthermore, the planning authority objected to the loss of a vernacular building, concluding that the development would contravene...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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