Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused because it constitutes a non-conforming use on lands zoned for High Amenity, would cause significant visual scarring to a designated Scenic Route due to excessive excavation, and creates a traffic hazard through conflicting internal vehicle movements.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development represents a new, non-conforming use on lands zoned for High Amenity, which would materially contravene the objective to protect highly sensitive and scenic locations from inappropriate development.
- The required excavation of over 5 metres into the sloping site would result in excessive scarring of the landscape and seriously detract from the visual amenities of an area adjoining a designated Scenic Route.
- The proposed vehicular access and pedestrian movement arrangements would cause a serious conflict with existing commercial uses within the larger site, proving prejudicial to road safety and resulting in a traffic hazard.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 11.1 Land Use Zoning ObjectivesSection 11.3 Development Management StandardsPolicy L02Policy L04Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
Edward Lynch sought permission for the construction of a 647.8 sq.m agricultural vehicle testing facility and associated offices at Suir Garages, Passage Cross, Waterford. The application site is situated in an elevated rural area zoned for High Amenity and is adjacent to a designated Scenic Route. Waterford City and County Council refused the application as the proposal was deemed a non-conforming use under the current zoning, would necessitate excessive excavation leading to unacceptable lands...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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