Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to substandard design and siting that fails to comply with development plan standards for corner/side garden sites, alongside a lack of critical technical information regarding services and infrastructure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The siting and design of the dwelling are considered substandard, resulting in an inefficient use of land and a poor contribution to the urban streetscape.
- The development fails to adhere to specific design guidance for corner/side garden sites and would set an undesirable precedent for haphazard development in the area.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding Part V compliance, public water and sewer connections, and the provision of a required public footpath.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.7 'Corner/Side Garden Sites', Development Management Manual, Volume Two, Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling house at Maudlins, New Ross Rural. The local authority refused the application because the design and layout were deemed inconsistent with the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028, specifically regarding standards for corner and side garden sites. Furthermore, the application lacked essential details concerning social housing obligations, utility connections, and necessary boundary/footpath infrastructure, leading to the conclusio...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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