Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its adverse visual impact on the rural landscape, inadequate sightlines at the site entrance, and insufficient information regarding the effluent treatment system.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and height of the dwelling on an elevated site would create an obtrusive and incongruous feature that fails to assimilate into the rural landscape, contravening visual amenity objectives.
- The proposed entrance lacks the necessary sightlines, and required improvements are located outside the site boundary, representing a significant traffic hazard.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate technical information regarding the effluent treatment system, preventing a proper assessment of environmental impacts.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective L04
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a two-storey dwelling and garage at Creakan Lower, Oldcourt. Wexford County Council refused the application on three main grounds: the visual impact of the large-scale building on an elevated rural site, the failure to demonstrate safe access due to deficient sightlines, and the lack of sufficient detail concerning wastewater treatment. The development was deemed contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it would set ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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