Core Refusal Reason
The development causes significant residential disamenity through noise and visual impact, while failing to demonstrate adequate technical compliance regarding soundproofing, drainage, and water services.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The expansion of the public house area to the rear creates unacceptable noise, smoke, and privacy nuisances for neighboring residents.
- The physical structures, including decking and fencing, result in a detrimental visual impact on the surrounding area's character.
- The applicant failed to provide necessary technical details regarding soundproofing, surface water management, and water/wastewater infrastructure capacity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 2 Section 5.10.8Volume 2 Section 5.1Volume 1 Section 9.11.11Volume 2 Section 8.2.1Volume 2 Section 8.2.4Volume 2 Section 8.3.2
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of rear external structures and internal remodelling at a public house in Townparks, Wexford Urban No. 2. The proposal was refused by the local authority primarily due to the adverse impact on residential amenity caused by noise and loss of privacy, as well as the negative visual impact of the decking and marquee. Furthermore, the application lacked critical technical information concerning soundproofing, surface water drainage, and the capacity of existing ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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