Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to traffic safety hazards on the N25 national road, substandard residential amenity regarding open space and privacy, and a lack of necessary technical information regarding water services and site levels.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed new entrance onto the N25 national road would interfere with the free flow of traffic and create a significant public safety hazard.
- The subdivision of the property provides inadequate private open space and creates unacceptable overlooking and overshadowing for both existing and future occupants.
- The application failed to provide essential technical documentation, including Irish Water feasibility confirmation and sufficient detail regarding site levels and the legal status of existing units.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 2 Objective 3.5
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission to subdivide Kilrane House in Churchtown, St. Helens, into two separate residential units. The Planning Authority refused the development primarily because the proposed access onto the N25 national road posed a traffic safety risk. Additionally, the proposal failed to meet residential amenity standards set out in the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 regarding private open space and privacy, while the applicant failed to provide necessary technical data...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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