Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended granting permission because the development is a suitable infill use of a side garden site that integrates well with the character of the existing estate and meets relevant development standards without negatively impacting local amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development complies with Section 3.7 of the Wexford County Development Plan regarding Corner/Side Garden Sites as it is of sufficient size and its design responds to the established building line and roof profile.
- The existing timber boundary treatment is acceptable and consistent with the character of the housing estate, making the requirement for a concrete block wall under Section 3.12.6 unnecessary for this specific side garden context.
- The unification of the structure under a new roof profile is a positive design improvement that ensures the development will not be out of character with its surroundings or cause a disharmonious effect on the streetscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective TV43Objective TV44Objective TV54Section 3.7 Corner/Side Garden SitesSection 3.12.6 Boundary TreatmentSection 11.6 Infill and Backland Development
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks the retention of a single-storey one-bedroom apartment unit (46.75 sqm) at the side of an existing semi-detached dwelling at 1 Riverchapel Downs, Wexford, along with permission for a new roof and bin stores. The site is located in a low-density suburban housing estate. While Wexford County Council initially refused permission citing poor integration and non-compliant boundary treatments, the Inspector disagreed. The Inspector's assessment highlights that the site can comfor...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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