Core Refusal Reason
While the Planning Authority initially refused permission citing Objective TC10 and the potential impact on residential areas, the Inspector recommended a grant of permission, concluding that the proposal is in accordance with National Policy and the Wexford County Development Plan, addressing a justified technical need for improved coverage with acceptable visual impact.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant provided sufficient technical justification and ComReg mapping to prove that existing sites in Gorey cannot meet the required coverage demands for modern telecommunications services.
- A comprehensive site selection analysis successfully demonstrated that alternative locations were either technically inferior, unavailable, or would have a more significant impact on residential and visual amenities.
- The visual impact of the 24m monopole is deemed acceptable as it is located within an established industrial yard and would not dominate the streetscape or adversely affect local landmarks such as 'The Memorial'.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.10.1Objective TC10Objective TC02Objective TC07Objective TC09Objective TC12Section 9.4.2Objective IS07Volume 1, Chapter 9Gorey Local Area Plan 2017-2023 - Zoning 'Residential' (R)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the erection of a 24m high telecommunications monopole and associated equipment in an industrial yard on Grattan Street, Gorey, Co. Wexford. The site, while zoned 'Residential' in the Gorey LAP, has a long-standing industrial use and is located approximately 40m from a terrace of dwellings. Wexford County Council initially refused permission based on a presumption against masts in residential areas (Objective TC10). During the appeal, the applicant (Vantage Towers) provided...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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