Core Refusal Reason
The proposed ground floor residential conversion is classified as a 'highly vulnerable use' in an area at risk of flooding and lacks a sufficient Justification Test and Site Specific Flood Risk Assessment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed residential use is categorized as 'highly vulnerable' under the Flood Risk Management Guidelines, necessitating a formal Justification Test and a Site Specific Flood Risk Assessment which were not adequately provided.
- Given the potential flood risk and the requirement for extensive mitigation measures, the use of the ground floor for residential purposes cannot be justified at this location.
- The development is considered prejudicial to public health and amenity and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to flood risk concerns.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the change of use of a vacant ground floor retail unit to residential use in New Ross. The local authority refused the proposal primarily because the site is located in an area prone to flooding, where residential development is considered a 'highly vulnerable use' under national guidelines. The planning authority determined that the applicant failed to justify the residential use or provide a Site Specific Flood Risk Assessment, concluding that the proposa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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