Core Refusal Reason
The development fails to meet traffic safety standards regarding sightlines and does not comply with rural economic development policies due to its scale and lack of operational detail.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing access arrangement is inadequate as it fails to provide the required 65m sightlines from a 3m setback, creating a hazard for traffic safety.
- The commercial scale and independent nature of the shed, which features its own entrance and yard separate from the dwelling, do not meet the criteria for home-based economic development.
- There is a significant lack of information regarding the specific use of the structure, making it contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the rural area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ED127Section 5.4 of Volume 2
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the retention of an existing commercial storage shed located in Ballyhamilton, Ballindaggin. The Planning Authority refused the proposal on two primary grounds: first, the site access lacks sufficient visibility (sightlines), posing a risk to road users; and second, the development's scale and independent operation from the main residence conflict with Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 policies regarding rural and home-based businesses. Due to the l...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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