Core Refusal Reason
The application was deemed insufficient due to a lack of detail regarding site layout, operational management, and its status as a material contravention of the Tramore Local Area Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The application lacks necessary detail and consistency regarding site layout, specifically concerning the placement of planter boxes, benches, and the width of proposed pathways.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the operational management of the allotments, including the provision of sanitary facilities, water supply, and storage requirements.
- The proposed development represents a material contravention of the Tramore Local Area Plan as the 'allotments' use is not permitted on lands currently zoned for 'Industry'.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Tramore Local Area Plan 2014-2020Zoned Industry [C2.1]Draft Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028Tramore Local Area Plan 2013-2019Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
This application by Caroline Burke on behalf of Tramore Allotment Association proposes a change of use from industrial zoned land to community allotments at Tramore Business Park, Riverstown, Tramore. The proposal includes 80 allotments and boundary fencing on a 0.2867-hectare site. The Planning Authority determined that the proposal constitutes a material contravention of the Tramore Local Area Plan 2014-2020, as the site is zoned for 'Industry' where allotments are not a permitted use. Additio...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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