Core Refusal Reason
The development is considered premature due to significant deficiencies and capacity constraints at the Rosslare Strand Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), and the applicant's failure to provide a current, valid Confirmation of Feasibility from Uisce Éireann, making it contrary to the sustainable development objectives of the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The architectural design, contemporary style, and layout of the proposed dwelling are considered acceptable and in keeping with the local pattern of development.
- The proposal is premature pending necessary upgrades to the local wastewater infrastructure, as the Rosslare Strand WWTP currently has 'amber' status and does not consistently meet EPA license requirements.
- The reliance on an outdated Confirmation of Feasibility (over 14 months old) is insufficient to demonstrate that a sustainable wastewater connection is currently achievable.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective WW01Objective WW03Objective WW08Objective WW09Objective RS08Objective RS13Objective CS02Objective CS03Objective CS04Objective CS05Objective CS21Objective CS23Table 9-3Section 3.6.3Section 4.3.6Section 4.4.6
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for a contemporary two-storey, 4-bedroom flat-roofed dwelling (134sqm) on a 0.08ha infill site in Mauritiustown, Rosslare Strand, Co. Wexford. The site is a level, regular-shaped plot bounded by block walls, situated near 'The Bay' residential estate and Redmond's pub. While the Inspector found the design, orientation, and residential amenity of the proposal to be satisfactory, the primary planning conflict relates to wastewater services. The Rosslare Strand Wast...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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