Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to insufficient information regarding surface water management, potential ecological impacts on protected Natura 2000 sites, and the specific nature of the site's overall use.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal lacks adequate details on surface water management, failing to incorporate sustainable urban drainage (SuDS) and nature-based solution principles.
- It has not been demonstrated that the development would not negatively impact the integrity of the Slaney River Valley SAC and the Wexford Harbour and Slobs SPA.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the nature of the use and the overall development on the site to allow for a proper planning assessment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective FRM14Section 5.1.1Objective NH01Section 1.5.1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the installation of a concrete hard standing and a petrol interceptor at Ardcavan, Ardcavan. Wexford County Council refused the application because the submission failed to provide necessary technical details on drainage and environmental safeguards for nearby protected habitats. Furthermore, the lack of clarity regarding the site's operational use and the presence of unaddressed issues, such as invasive species and wastewater management, rendered the proposal...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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