Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes inappropriate backland development that would injure residential amenity and create a traffic hazard due to restricted sightlines at the entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling represents an inappropriate form of backland development that is inconsistent with the established pattern of housing and would negatively impact the amenities of neighboring properties.
- The development would create a serious traffic hazard as the existing pillar at the entrance to the access way onto the cul-de-sac impedes necessary sightlines.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for further in-depth development in a location lacking adequate pedestrian infrastructure and public open space.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Ashford LAP - RE - Existing ResidentialCounty Development Plan 2016-2022 Chapter 3Appendix 1 - Development and Design Standards
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a single-storey, three-bedroom dwelling (109sqm) on a 0.052ha backland site in Ballinahinch, Ashford, Co. Wicklow, accessed via a shared laneway. The site is zoned 'Existing Residential' under the Ashford LAP. The application was refused because the proposal was deemed an over-development of a restricted backland plot that would injure the residential amenities of adjacent houses. Furthermore, the local authority determined that the development would endanger ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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