Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes ribbon development that exceeds acceptable linear density limits for rural areas.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in an excessive concentration of linear housing, exceeding five houses over 250 meters of road frontage.
- The creation of an infill site in this location contributes to unsustainable ribbon development patterns in a rural area.
- The proposal fails to comply with Section 18.12.1 of the County Wexford Development Plan 2013-2019 and national rural housing guidelines.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 18.12.1
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the erection of a dwelling, domestic garage, and associated services at Boley, Ballycanew. The planning authority refused permission because the site would create an infill development that, combined with existing housing, results in ribbon development exceeding five houses per 250 meters of road frontage. This density is deemed contrary to the County Wexford Development Plan 2013-2019 and the 'Sustainable Rural Housing - Guidelines for Planning Authorities', representi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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