Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to poor design integration with the streetscape and an inefficient use of serviced land in a central urban location.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development fails to comply with backland residential standards, resulting in a visually incongruous addition that does not successfully assimilate into the existing streetscape.
- The scale and design of the proposed dwelling are inappropriate for the site's context and would establish an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the area.
- The proposal represents an inefficient use of serviced land near Enniscorthy town centre, contradicting national guidelines regarding compact growth and sustainable residential development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.8 - Backland Residential Development
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission to demolish a derelict dwelling and construct a new residence at Templeshannon, Enniscorthy Urban. The local authority refused the proposal because the design failed to integrate with the surrounding streetscape and violated specific backland development policies within the Wexford County Development Plan. Additionally, the Planning Authority determined that the proposal constituted an inefficient use of serviced land given its proximity to town centre amenitie...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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