Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site and poses a serious traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development of two houses on this restricted site represents overdevelopment and a cramped layout that would negatively impact residential amenity and set an undesirable precedent for backland development.
- The proposal materially contravenes the RS zoning objective and specific development plan policies intended to protect residential character and standards.
- The proposed shared entrance onto Drynam Road is deficient in sightlines, creating a serious traffic hazard and endangering public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS zoning objectiveObjective PM44Objective DMS39Objective DMS44Objective DMS129
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the demolition of existing outhouses and the construction of two houses at 1 Commons East, Drynam Road, Swords. The local authority refused permission because the project was deemed an overdevelopment of a restricted backland site, which would result in a cramped form of development and detract from the residential amenities of the area. Furthermore, the development was found to be a traffic hazard as the required sightlines for the shared entrance onto Drynam Road could...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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