Core Refusal Reason
The development is premature due to unresolved surface water drainage issues and uncontrolled runoff onto the public road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal is considered premature pending the resolution of ongoing surface water issues where uncontrolled flows are entering the public road.
- The drainage issues originate from both the specific application site and the wider racetrack lands marked in blue.
- The development would be contrary to Objective SWM02 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019 (as extended) and the proper planning of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective SWM02
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the erection of two race-day stable accommodation blocks at Coolcots, Wexford Rural, situated within the context of an existing racetrack. Wexford County Council refused the application on the grounds that additional development on the site is premature until existing surface water management problems are rectified. Specifically, uncontrolled surface water is currently discharging from the site and the broader racetrack lands onto the public road, which violates the sust...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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