Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is located in a pristine Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and adjacent to a Special Area of Conservation, where it would cause significant negative visual impacts, environmental degradation, and lacks sustainable infrastructure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would cause significant negative visual impact and scarring in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, blocking views from the coast road towards the sea.
- The proposal lacks adequate on-site wastewater treatment and sustainable transport links, making it contrary to County Development Plan objectives for sustainable tourism and public health.
- Insufficient information was provided to rule out significant effects on the adjacent Buckroney-Brittas Dunes and Fen SAC, particularly in light of unauthorized groundworks and well drilling already conducted on site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 7Chapter 10Chapter 11Section 9.1Section 9.2SS8TR33WI9WI2NH2NH4NH22NH49NH52Objective T6Objective T17Objective T3Objective T2Objective T4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the creation of a 10-unit portable campsite with associated toilet and kitchen blocks at Sallymount, Arklow, situated within a coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and adjacent to a Special Area of Conservation. Wicklow County Council refused permission because the development would negatively impact the fragile rural landscape, lacks essential infrastructure like proper wastewater treatment, and is located in a remote area removed from local settlements. Additionally...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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