Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to concerns regarding overlooking and loss of privacy for neighboring residential properties, alongside inadequate technical details and conservation measures for the discharge of pool backwash water.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the elevated nature of the proposed infinity pool will not result in overlooking or a significant loss of privacy for adjoining residential properties to the east and south.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the management of 1,073 litres of backwash water discharged every six weeks, with no clear evidence of a viable connection to public drainage or a site-specific soakaway.
- The development fails to comply with Policy UTL 7 of the Development Plan, which requires the incorporation of water conservation measures and the reuse of water in a domestic greywater system to avoid wastage.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoned Existing Residential [RS]Policy UTL 7
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the construction of an infinity pool to the rear of an existing detached dwelling at 12 Woodfield, Meadowcourt House, Dunmore East. The site is situated on lands zoned 'Existing Residential' under the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028. The application was refused because the Planning Authority determined that the elevated pool structure would negatively impact the residential amenity of adjacent properties through overlooking. Additionally, th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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