Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to poor design and siting resulting in a detrimental visual impact, alongside a failure to demonstrate safe traffic access onto the R736 regional road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and alignment of the northeastern elevation would result in a negative visual outlook and fail to integrate positively with the existing authorized development.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that adequate sightlines are achievable at the junction with the R736, creating a potential traffic hazard and endangering public safety.
- The development is contrary to the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019 standards regarding both design quality and transport safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 18.10Section 18.29
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the erection of a fully serviced dwelling house at Ballycowan, Kilscoran. The local authority refused permission on two primary grounds: first, that the specific design and siting of the northeastern elevation would have a detrimental visual impact on the surrounding development context; and second, that the proposed access onto the R736 regional road lacked sufficient sightlines to ensure public safety. Furthermore, the applicant was advised that any future applications...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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