Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is located in a highly sensitive landscape where it would contribute to an excessive density of ad-hoc development and create a traffic hazard on a substandard road network.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located within a 'most sensitive' landscape with low capacity to absorb new development, and the proposal would exacerbate an unsustainable, ad-hoc pattern of development in an unserviced rural area.
- The proposed dwelling would have a negative impact on the rural character and visual amenities of the area, contravening the policies of the Waterford City & County Development Plan.
- The substandard nature of the narrow cul-de-sac road serving the site means that additional traffic generated by the development would constitute a significant traffic hazard and endanger public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028High Amenity [HA] zoningMost Sensitive Scenic ClassificationAppendix 8 of the development planArea Under Strong Urban Influence
Decision Document Summary
Thomas Carney and Caroline Hardy sought permission for a dormer dwellinghouse, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system at Portally, Dunmore East. The site is situated in a 'High Amenity' zone and a 'Most Sensitive' landscape under the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028. Although a local housing need was established, the application was refused because the development would perpetuate a disorderly pattern of housing in an overdeveloped rural area, negatively impacting the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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