Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to inappropriate scale and design for a rural setting, lack of clarity regarding its intended use, and potential negative impacts on residential amenity and traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and design of the shed are considered excessive for a rural area and contrary to established policy regarding domestic garages.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient information regarding the proposed use, preventing an assessment of its impact on neighboring residential properties.
- Inadequate details on the shed's usage mean the potential for traffic hazards and risks to public safety cannot be ruled out.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 18.13.2
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of alterations to an existing steel-framed storage shed located in Ballyroebuck, Kilrush. The Planning Authority refused the proposal primarily because its scale and design were deemed unsuitable for a rural environment, violating Section 18.13.2 of the Wexford County Development Plan. Furthermore, the lack of specific information regarding the shed's intended use raised concerns about potential adverse effects on adjacent dwellings and the possibility of cr...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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