Core Refusal Reason
The proposal materially contravenes the Public Utility (PU) zoning objective and would create a serious traffic hazard due to restricted sightlines on a busy regional road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling is located on lands zoned for Public Utility (PU), and its construction would materially contravene the zoning objective intended to maintain lands for services infrastructure.
- The development would create a serious traffic hazard as the proposed entrance onto the R-752 regional road lacks sufficient sightlines and would result in conflicting traffic movements near a dangerous bend.
- The layout and design of the proposed dwelling, specifically the deep plan and dark internal corridors, do not accord with the design and sustainability standards set out in the County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028Wicklow Town-Rathnew Local Area Plan 2025-2031PU: Public Utility ZoningCPO 6.2CPO 6.3CPO 6.14CPO 6.16CPO 6.21CPO 6.22CPO 12.48Appendix 1, Section 2.1.4Appendix 1, Section 2.1.9
Decision Document Summary
John and Barbra Moorehouse sought permission for a single-storey family dwelling, garage, and associated services at Ballybeg, Rathnew, Co. Wicklow. While the site is within the Rathnew settlement boundary, it is specifically zoned for Public Utility (PU) purposes. The application was refused primarily because a residential dwelling materially contravenes this PU zoning objective, which is reserved for infrastructure services. Furthermore, the proposed access onto the busy R-752 regional road wa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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