Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is not visually subservient to the existing vernacular dwelling, violating design standards of the Wexford County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension fails to maintain a visually subservient relationship with the original vernacular dwelling.
- The development is non-compliant with the specific design criteria outlined in Table 4.7 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposal is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 4.7 of Volume 1 Chapter 3 - Sustainable Housing of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a ground floor extension to an existing vernacular dwelling located at Ballygalvert, Clonleigh. The local authority refused permission because the extension's scale and design were not subordinate to the original structure, thereby conflicting with the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028. Furthermore, the Environment Section identified unresolved concerns regarding the suitability of the proposed waste water treatment system....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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