Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate compliance with rural housing policy, inadequate sightlines for traffic safety, and insufficient information regarding effluent treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide documentary evidence of rural linkage or a genuine housing need as required for the Upland Landscape Character Area under the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The proposed access onto the R725 Regional Road does not meet the mandatory 220m sightline requirement, creating a traffic hazard and endangering public safety.
- Inadequate technical information was submitted regarding effluent treatment arrangements, making the proposal prejudicial to public health and preventing a full assessment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.9.1Table 4-6Volume 1 Table 4.6Volume 2 Objective 6.2.6
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the construction of a single-storey dwelling, garage, and associated services at Knockshaunfin, Ballyellis. The local authority refused permission on three primary grounds: the applicant's failure to satisfy the 'Stronger Rural Housing' criteria and demonstrate a local housing need; the inability to achieve safe sightlines on a Class 1 Regional Road; and the lack of sufficient detail regarding wastewater management. Consequently, the development was deemed contrary to th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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