Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is sited on an elevated and exposed hilltop, leading to significant visual prominence and a detrimental impact on the rural landscape character.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The siting of the dwelling on an elevated and exposed hilltop would result in an incongruous and visually prominent development that cannot be easily absorbed by the landscape.
- The development would cause a significant and detrimental impact on the visual amenities and rural character of the area, setting an undesirable precedent for similar future developments.
- The proposal fails to adhere to the rural housing design and landscape character guidance and objectives established in the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.1.1 of Volume 2Section 3.1.2 of Volume 2Section 3.2 of Volume 7Section 6.1 of Volume 7Objective L04Objective L12
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling and domestic garage at Garryvadden Upper, Castle ellis. The planning authority refused the application because the proposed site is located on an exposed hilltop with extensive views, making the structure visually intrusive and incompatible with the surrounding rural character. The decision noted that the development failed to comply with specific landscape character objectives and design manuals within the Wexford County Development ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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