Core Refusal Reason
The proposed use of storage containers is considered incompatible with the strategic economic objectives and high-quality design standards required for the Airport Business Park, particularly at a prominent entrance location.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development fails to comply with Airport Policy Objective ECON 10 and the Waterford Regional Airport and Business Park Masterplan, which prioritize airport-dependent, high-technology, and knowledge-based enterprises.
- The placement of twelve storage containers at a highly visible entrance location would negatively impact the visual amenities of the area and fails to meet the high-quality design standards required by Table 5.2 of the Development Management Standards.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar low-quality proposals in a strategically important business park, which would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
ECON 10Section 1.6.2 Business ParkAppendix 12Table 5.2Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
Nicholas Murphy sought permission for 12 storage containers and associated site works at a 0.41-hectare site located at the entrance to the Airport Business Park, Waterford. The site is highly visible from the R708 regional road and is zoned for Light Industry/High Technology/Manufacturing Campus Development. The application was refused because the proposed use and design were deemed inconsistent with the strategic vision for the park, which requires high-quality architectural design and priorit...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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