Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is refused due to its excessive scale, massing, and density on a prominent corner site, which would result in a crammed form of development lacking communal open space, detracting from the historic streetscape of The Faythe and failing to protect local vernacular character.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The density, scale, and massing of the proposed three-storey apartment block are inappropriate for this prominent corner location and would negatively impact the visual character of the historic streetscape.
- The scheme provides insufficient communal open space for the proposed apartments and results in a 'crammed' form of development that over-utilizes the site at the expense of residential amenity.
- The proposal fails to provide a replacement building of exceptional architectural quality and does not adequately respect or enhance the established character of Wexford's vernacular heritage.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CS05Objective CS15Objective SH02Objective SH06Objective SH16Objective SH19Objective SH21Objective SH27Objective TV03Objective TV10Objective TV11Objective TV14Objective TV15Objective TV21Objective BH01Objective BH03Objective BH06Objective BH09Objective ACA01Section 3.12Section 4.7.2.1Table 4-5Table 6-7Table 14-2
Decision Document Summary
This proposal involves the demolition of three habitable houses (Nos. 90, 92, and 94 The Faythe) and the construction of 18 residential units, comprising 6 apartments in a three-storey block and 12 terraced houses. The site is located at a prominent junction in Wexford Town, incorporating both existing residential plots and land previously designated as open space for the Rockview Court development. While the Planning Authority originally granted permission, the Inspector's assessment highlights...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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