Core Refusal Reason
The decision, while labeled as a refusal in the header, provides a schedule for a grant of outline permission subject to strict conditions regarding building height, site access, and the submission of detailed design plans to protect residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of development is acceptable provided the subsequent design demonstrates a compatible relationship with the adjoining residential units in Balkhill Park.
- To protect visual amenity, the proposed dwelling's ridge and eaves heights must not exceed those of the existing property at 51 Balkhill Park.
- Comprehensive technical requirements for vehicular access, including a minimum 4-metre width and specific visibility splays, are mandatory to ensure road and pedestrian safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks outline permission for a residential development at 51 Balkhill Park, Howth, Co. Dublin. Although the decision header indicates a refusal, the provided schedule details a grant of outline permission by An Coimisiun Pleanala. The decision emphasizes that while the principle of development is acceptable, final approval is contingent on a design that matches the height of the neighboring house, provides a high-quality landscape plan, and adheres to strict traffic safety standa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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