Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to demonstrate that it would not adversely impact the residential amenity of the neighboring property through overshadowing, and the proposed entrance arrangements did not comply with DMURS traffic safety standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority expressed serious concerns that the height and proximity of the proposed dwelling would negatively impact the daylight and sunlight of the existing bungalow to the east.
- The proposed site entrance and sightlines were found to be non-compliant with the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS), specifically regarding the 45m sightline requirement and the gate's proximity to the road edge.
- The applicant failed to provide a Shadow Impact Assessment and a revised site layout necessary to prove the development would not result in an adverse impact on residential amenity or traffic safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.2.4WS POL 29WS POL 32B1 Zoning (Dunshaughlin LAP 2009-2015)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a storey-and-a-half residence and ancillary works on a 0.0844ha site at Lagore Road, Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath. The site is zoned B1 (Commercial/Town or Village), where residential use is permitted in principle. However, the Planning Authority identified significant issues regarding the scale of the building and its potential to overshadow the adjacent property to the east. Furthermore, the Transportation Department deemed the proposed 45m sightlines and entranc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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