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the construction of 30no. dwellings, together with estate layout comprising of roads, services and associated site works, including regrading of excavated shale and soil mounding, revised design and finish to the existing roadside boundary as constructed to the north east of the estate entrance road

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The consolidation of unauthorized development due to significant non-compliance with previous planning permissions on the site, combined with a lack of technical data regarding site stability and poor design quality.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development would represent the consolidation of unauthorized development on the overall site, given the significant non-compliance with conditions of the existing permission (Ref. 15/595) which remains incomplete and impacts local amenities.
  • The application failed to provide a detailed Geotechnical Report or Construction Management Plan to justify the extensive excavation and regrading required for the steeply sloping site, posing risks to public health and site stability.
  • The proposal is deficient in design and layout, specifically regarding an inappropriate housing mix, inadequate public open space, and a roadside boundary finish that would seriously detract from the visual character of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.1 to CPO 6.20CPO 6.27 to CPO 6.34CPO 13.1CPO 13.2CPO 13.21CPO 13.22CPO 17.5CPO 17.6CPO 17.23CPO 6.8

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for 30 dwellings and associated site works at Ballyguile Beg, Wicklow Town, on a steeply sloping site adjacent to an unfinished residential phase. Wicklow County Council refused the application on five grounds, primarily citing that the project would consolidate unauthorized development as the previous phase (Ref. 15/595) remains in breach of multiple planning conditions. Additionally, the refusal was based on the absence of critical technical reports concerning ge...
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