Core Refusal Reason
Poor urban design characterized by repetitive and unimaginative house types that fail to create a distinctive sense of place.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development fails to adhere to the key criteria of variety and distinctiveness set out in the Urban Design Manual (2009).
- The house designs are considered repetitive and unimaginative, failing to establish a unique character for the area.
- The lack of a defined sense of place renders the proposal contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the Enniscorthy Rural area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission to amend previously approved plans for Phase 2 and Phase 3 of a residential development at Shingaun, Enniscorthy Rural. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the proposed amendments resulted in a monotonous and repetitive architectural design. By failing to incorporate sufficient variety in house types as required by national urban design guidelines, the project was deemed unable to foster a distinctive character or sense of place, ult...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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