Core Refusal Reason
The proposed ground floor residential use is considered highly vulnerable to flood risk and cannot be justified despite potential mitigation measures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The ground floor residential use is classified as 'highly vulnerable' and is inappropriate for the identified flood risk zone.
- The extensive mitigation measures required do not sufficiently justify the conversion from retail to residential use at this location.
- The development would be prejudicial to public health and safety, failing to comply with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 15.21 of the New Ross Town and Environs Development Plan 2011
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the change of use of a retail premises in Rosbercon to eight residential units. The local authority refused the application due to significant flood risk concerns, noting that residential occupancy on the ground floor represents a 'highly vulnerable' use. The decision concluded that the development would compromise public health and amenity, as it failed to meet the safety requirements set out in Section 15.21 of the New Ross Town and Environs Development Plan 2011....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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