Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to significant traffic safety hazards, insufficient operational information, and the inappropriate loss of public open space within an existing residential estate.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed parking and drop-off arrangements would create a traffic hazard on a public road serving an existing housing estate.
- A proposed pedestrian crossing point was deemed unsafe due to restricted visibility caused by existing structures and vegetation.
- The development would result in the loss of public open space and landscaping at Charlotte Grove, negatively impacting local visual amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Vol 2 Section 4.1
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed a change of use for part of a residential care building in Gorey to a childcare facility. The local authority refused permission because the development would endanger public safety through hazardous traffic and pedestrian arrangements. Additionally, the proposal lacked mandatory operational details required by the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 and involved unauthorized works on public lands and existing residential open space without landowner consent....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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