Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes undesirable ribbon development in a rural area and lacks sufficient technical information regarding wastewater and surface water management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would exacerbate an existing pattern of one-off linear development, creating a suburban form that detracts from the rural character of the area.
- The proposal would result in the 7th dwelling along a 250-meter stretch of road, which is contrary to the Wexford County Development Plan's policies on ribbon development.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate information to assess the suitability of the proposed wastewater treatment system and surface water attenuation measures.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 18.12.1
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a fully serviced dwelling house and garage at Ballylibernagh, Bridgetown. The local authority refused the proposal primarily because it would contribute to ribbon development, representing the seventh house within a 250-meter road frontage, which is considered a suburban encroachment into a rural environment. Additionally, the application was deemed deficient in technical detail concerning wastewater treatment and surface water drainage, posing potential ri...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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