Core Planning Reasoning
The development was recommended for grant as it is consistent with the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028 and the 'Village Centre' zoning, providing for compact residential growth on a brownfield site in a central village location without seriously injuring the amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The change of use from hotel to apartments is acceptable in principle within the Village Centre zoning and contributes to the strategic goal of compact growth in Rosslare Harbour.
- The proposed density and design, including the second-floor extension, are appropriate for the location and do not result in significant overlooking or overshadowing of adjacent properties such as Ard Na Cuan.
- The provision of 19 car parking spaces for 23 apartments is considered adequate and compliant with national standards given the site's proximity to public transport, village amenities, and its previous high-intensity commercial use.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028Village Centre (VC) Zoning ObjectiveRosslare Harbour and Kilrane Settlement PlanObjective RHK06Objective RHK11Objective RHK17Objective RHK19Section 28 Guidelines: Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments (2022)Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Settlements Guidelines (2024)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission to convert a two-storey hotel in Rosslare Harbour into an apartment complex. Originally proposed as 24 units, the plan was revised to 23 units (12 two-beds, 6 one-beds, and 5 in a new second-floor extension). The site overlooks the Europort and is characterized by its brownfield nature within the village core. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding the loss of a tourism facility, increased traffic on a narrow shared laneway, and negative impacts on the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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