Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended granting permission, overturning the Planning Authority's refusal, on the basis that the proposed infill dwelling is acceptable in principle, traffic sightline shortfalls are minor within a 50kph urban zone, and sufficient wastewater capacity exists at the Rosslare WWTP.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed shared entrance, as relocated northwards, is within acceptable safety parameters for a 50kph urban zone, despite a minor shortfall in sightlines to the left which is mitigated by traffic slowing down near the junction.
- Wastewater capacity is available at the Rosslare WWTP for small-scale infill development, consistent with Irish Water’s 'Amber' status designation and their confirmation of feasibility.
- Issues regarding surface water disposal and boundary treatments, cited as reasons for refusal by the Planning Authority, were adequately addressed by revised drawings submitted at the appeal stage and can be managed via condition.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CZM03Objective CZM08Objective CZM35Objective TS79Section 9.6Objective WW04Objective WW05Objective WW06Objective WW07Objective WW08Objective WW13Section 6.2.6DMURS
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a contemporary 110sqm, three-bedroom, two-storey (dormer-style) detached house with a shared vehicular entrance on a 0.06ha vacant site in Mauritiustown, Rosslare. The Planning Authority originally refused permission for four reasons: traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines, premature development regarding wastewater capacity at Rosslare WWTP, and lack of detail on surface water and boundary treatments. The Inspector found that the sightline shortfal...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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