Core Refusal Reason
The proposed use of a communal private wastewater treatment plant for a residential development is prohibited under the current County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal relies on a communal private wastewater treatment plant, which is explicitly disallowed for residential developments under the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed wastewater management arrangement is considered prejudicial to public health.
- The development fails to adhere to the standards for proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Vol 1, Section 9.6.3
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a new detached, four-bedroom, two-storey dwelling at Seafield, Courtown. Wexford County Council refused the proposal primarily because it incorporated a communal private wastewater treatment plant. This specific infrastructure type is prohibited by Section 9.6.3 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028, leading the Planning Authority to conclude that the development would be prejudicial to public health and contrary to the sustainable development of...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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