Core Refusal Reason
The development is located within a Settlement Exclusion Zone and poses a significant traffic hazard due to glare.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is situated within the Settlement Exclusion Zone for New Ross, making the proposal contrary to the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed development would create an unacceptable and serious traffic hazard for road users resulting from glare.
- The proposal is inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 10, Section 4.2.2
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed a development at Knockmullin, New Ross Rural, which was refused by the local authority on two primary grounds. Firstly, the site is located within a designated Settlement Exclusion Zone under the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028, where such development is restricted. Secondly, the planning authority determined that the project would generate significant glare, creating a serious safety hazard for road users. Consequently, the development was deemed contrary to b...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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