Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its contribution to ribbon development, the applicant's failure to demonstrate a genuine local housing need in a restricted area, and the negative visual impact on the sensitive Vinegar Hill landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would exacerbate ribbon development and urban sprawl, eroding the rural character and scenic quality of the Enniscorthy outskirts contrary to Objective SH43.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a functional or social need to reside in this 'Area Under Stronger Urban Influence' as required by Objective SH39 and Table 4.6.
- The proposed dwelling's design and siting, combined with significant hedgerow removal, would result in an obtrusive feature within the sensitive Vinegar Hill landscape setting.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective SH43Objective SH39Table 4.6Objective SH45
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a single dwelling and garage at Templeshannon, Enniscorthy Rural. The site is located within an area designated as being under 'Stronger Urban Influence' and forms part of the Vinegar Hill landscape. The local authority refused the application on three main grounds: the intensification of ribbon development leading to suburbanisation, the lack of evidence regarding the applicant's compliance with local residency requirements, and the detrimental visual impa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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