Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to significant visual impact on an elevated site, non-compliance with minimum site size standards, lack of defined access, and inadequate surface water management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The dwelling's location on an elevated and exposed hillside would cause significant visual harm to the rural character and landscape of the area.
- The proposed development fails to meet the minimum site size requirements and design standards set out in the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019.
- The application lacks a defined access route and surface water attenuation measures, resulting in potential traffic hazards and risks to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 38Section 18.12.2
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a fully serviced dwelling and domestic garage at Knockmullin, New Ross Rural. The local authority refused permission because the elevated and exposed nature of the site would lead to a detrimental visual impact on the surrounding rural character. Additionally, the proposal failed to meet the technical site size standards of the Wexford County Development Plan, lacked a designated access point within the site boundaries, and provided no measures for s...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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