Core Refusal Reason
Visual intrusion in a designated Uplands landscape and inadequate surface water management documentation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling's scale and positioning would result in a visually intrusive development within a sensitive designated Uplands landscape.
- The development is contrary to specific landscape protection objectives and design standards outlined in the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The application lacks sufficient technical information to ensure that surface and storm water can be managed on-site without impacting public roads or adjoining properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
L04L06Section 3.1.2
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling house and detached domestic building at Ballynastraw, Moyacomb. The local authority refused the application on two primary grounds: first, that the scale and siting of the house would negatively impact the character of the designated Uplands landscape, violating county development policies; and second, that the applicant failed to provide a robust drainage strategy to prevent surface water runoff onto the public road or neighboring lan...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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