Core Refusal Reason
Non-compliance with site size, biodiversity, and water connection requirements of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling size relative to the site area fails to meet the minimum standards for single dwellings in rural areas as defined in the County Development Plan.
- The application lacks a mandatory biodiversity planting proposal covering at least 20% of the site area, as required by Table 3-3.
- Failure to provide Irish Water feasibility confirmation prevents a full assessment of the proposed water connection and its impact on sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.1.2Table 3-3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a 223 sqm domestic dwelling on a 0.21 ha site in Haggard, Rathroe. The application was refused because the site size is insufficient for the proposed floor area under the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 standards. Additionally, the applicant failed to provide a required biodiversity planting plan and necessary documentation from Irish Water regarding public mains connection feasibility....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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