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Join us for the Planning Information Evening at the Talbot Hotel in Wexford on June 24, 2009. Eamonn Hore, Director of Service for Planning & Development, will provide valuable advice for prospective builders. Key topics include traffic safety, environmental considerations, and understanding the local development plan. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes, such as selecting unsuitable sites, and ensure your plans comply with regulations. Gain insights into recent planning statistics and how to effectively navigate the planning process. Best wishes with your building plans!
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Planning Information Evening TALBOT HOTEL WEXFORD 24TH JUNE 2009 EAMONN HORE DIRECTOR OF SERVICE Planning & Development Wexford County Council
Some Advice • Check Obvious Issues such as: • Traffic Safety • Development Plan • Environment • Before you spend thousands of Euro on House Plans/Site Costs
Environment/Public Health • Check Percolation and Stay Away from: • Wet sites • Marsh areas • Reeds • Marls and clays (poorly drained sites) • If no Percolation check nearby River/Stream • If not suitable do not waste time and money
Development Plan • Rural Strategy Areas • Rural Linkage • Site Size • Elevated Sites • Building Lines
Traffic Safety • More often than not refers to Sightlines • Can you see? • Can you be seen? • To protect you and other road users
When you get Planning Permission • Build what you get permission for • Where you get permission for it • Don’t build without permission • Planning Enforcement
Some Interesting Facts- End of May 2009 • Valid Planning Applications 708 • One-Off Houses Granted 219 • One-Off Houses Refused 46 • One-Off Houses Granted 2008 734
Help from Wexford County Council • Customer Service Unit • Pre-Planning Self Service • Planning Pack • Planning Guidance for Single Rural Houses • Guidelines
Planning Information Evening Go raibh maith agaibh Good Luck with Your Plans