Core Refusal Reason
Lack of sufficient technical information to assess compliance with flood risk management and natural heritage objectives of the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide the necessary technical data to demonstrate that the infilling and piping of the ditch complies with flood risk management standards set out in Objective FRM19.
- Insufficient information was submitted to evaluate the impact of the development on natural heritage and biodiversity, specifically regarding Objectives NH09 and NH10.
- In the absence of adequate technical documentation, the Planning Authority cannot determine if the development is consistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective FRM19Objective NH09Objective NH10
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought retention permission for the infilling and piping of an existing open ditch at Ballyhire, St. Helen's. The Wexford County Council refused the application on the grounds that the submission lacked the technical detail required to assess its impact on local drainage and ecology. Specifically, the development could not be confirmed as compliant with the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 policies regarding flood risk management (FRM19) and natural heritage protection (NH0...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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