Core Refusal Reason
Non-compliance with site size, dwelling scale, and biodiversity standards set out in the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling size of 325sqm on a 0.335ha site fails to meet the minimum site size and floor area ratio requirements specified in the Wexford County Development Plan.
- The proposed shed exceeds the maximum floor area and height limits for domestic garages, resulting in a detrimental visual impact and exceeding normal domestic requirements.
- The application lacks essential technical details regarding biodiversity planting proposals and surface water disposal systems, posing a risk to public health and local ecology.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.1.2Table 3-3Volume 2Section 3.2
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a change of house type and the erection of a fully serviced dwelling at Pullinstown Big, Marshalstown. The proposal was refused by Wexford County Council primarily because the dwelling's scale relative to the site size violated development standards, and the ancillary shed exceeded height and area limits. Furthermore, the applicant failed to provide adequate documentation regarding biodiversity planting and surface water management, leading to concerns abou...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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