Core Refusal Reason
The loss of significant centrally located public open space and insufficient technical information regarding utilities, social housing compliance, and infrastructure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in the loss of a significant portion of previously authorized public open space, leading to sub-optimal functionality and a breach of Wexford County Development Plan standards.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with Part V social housing requirements or secure necessary connection agreements with Uisce Eireann for water and sewerage.
- Insufficient technical details were provided regarding surface water management, the provision of pedestrian footpaths, and EV charging infrastructure.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ROS11Section 3.12.4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the construction of 6 residential units in Enniscorthy Rural. The local authority refused the application primarily because the development would build over a centrally located area of public open space, negatively impacting the amenity of the existing residential vicinity. Furthermore, the application was deemed deficient due to a lack of formal agreements for social housing and utility connections, as well as inadequate information regarding drainage and tran...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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