Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development exceeds site-to-floor area ratio standards and lacks sufficient technical documentation regarding water supply and environmental management for a swimming pool.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The total floor area of the dwelling and proposed structures significantly exceeds the permissible site ratio, leading to an adverse impact on the visual amenities of the area.
- The application failed to provide necessary evidence of water supply consent from Uisce Éireann to support the additional demand.
- Insufficient information was submitted regarding the management of backwash water from the swimming pool, posing potential risks to the local environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 3-3 of Section 3.1.2 of Volume 2 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the erection of a detached domestic garage and a covered carport at Galbally East, Kilpatrick. Wexford County Council refused permission because the scale of the development relative to the site size violated specific density and floor area standards set out in the County Development Plan. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the applicant had not adequately addressed the technical requirements for water consumption and wastewater management associated with a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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