Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, concluding that the development is consistent with the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028, adheres to national policies for compact growth in a Level 1 Key Town, and would not negatively impact residential amenities or traffic safety subject to compliance with conditions.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development constitutes an appropriate infill of an existing residential area within the footprint of Wexford Town, satisfying the core strategy for a Level 1 Key Town despite the absence of a current Local Area Plan (LAP).
- The proposed density (27 units/ha) and unit mix are acceptable given the site context and the need to transition between varying residential densities, while the inclusion of a creche and office hub provides necessary social infrastructure.
- Technical concerns regarding traffic, drainage, and potential legacy issues (anthrax risk) are sufficiently addressed through the provided assessments and can be further mitigated by specific planning conditions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 3.2 (Settlement Hierarchy)Section 3.6.1 (Guidance for Level 1 settlements)Table 3.3 (Population Growth Targets)Section 3.8.4 (Zoned Land Housing Requirements)Table 3.4 (Allocated Average Density)Objective CS01Objective CS02Objective CS04 (Compact Growth)Objective CS05Objective CS15 (LAP Preparation)Objective CS19 (Key Towns)Objective TV01 (Liveable Towns)Section 4.1 (Childcare Facilities)Section 3.12.1 (Mix of Dwelling Types)Section 3.12.2 (Lifetime Homes)Table 6.7 (Car Parking Standards)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of 99 residential units (60 houses and 39 apartments), a commercial building containing a childcare facility (creche), an office hub, and a retail/restaurant unit on a 5.47-hectare site at Roxborough Manor, Mulgannon, Wexford. The site represents phases 3 and 4 of an established residential development and is located approximately 1km from Wexford Town Centre. Key issues raised in third-party appeals included the lack of a current LAP, traffic congestion on...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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