Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to inadequate site drainage for effluent disposal, failure to meet rural housing need criteria for a 'Stronger Rural Area', and negative visual impact on an elevated site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site's subsoil is hydraulically unsuitable for effluent disposal, posing a significant risk to public health and the environment.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a specific housing need or local linkage required for one-off housing in a designated 'Stronger Rural Area'.
- The proposed development is located on an elevated and exposed site, which would result in a visually prominent intrusion into the rural landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 12 of the County Development Plan 2013-2019Section 5.22 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2001
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling and garage at Ballyprecas, Newtown Barry. Wexford County Council refused the application on three primary grounds: technical failure regarding wastewater treatment due to poor subsoil drainage, non-compliance with rural settlement policies as the applicant did not prove a local need to live in the 'Stronger Rural Area', and visual amenity concerns stemming from the site's elevated and exposed position. Consequently, the development was...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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