Core Refusal Reason
The development represents haphazard, poor-quality development that is out of character with the area, fails to provide sufficient independent amenities (like private open space and parking), and would set an undesirable precedent for similar low-quality residential units within the curtilage of existing dwellings.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The structure functions as an independent dwelling unit rather than a subordinate 'family flat' and fails to meet mandatory standards for separation distances and internal dimensions.
- The layout constitutes haphazard development that does not integrate with the existing property and would be detrimental to the residential amenities of the area.
- While the applicant's personal circumstances related to the COVID-19 pandemic were noted, they do not provide a valid planning justification for development that is fundamentally contrary to the Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMS24Objective DMS29Objective DMS39Objective DMS87Objective DMS43RS Land Use Zoning Objective
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns an appeal against the refusal of retention permission for a 63.3sqm single-storey wooden cabin at 22 Edgewood Lawns, Blanchardstown. The structure, used as a self-contained living annex, is located to the side of a two-storey semi-detached house on a corner site. The applicant, an ICU nurse, argued for a temporary permission to allow for isolation from an elderly relative during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the Inspector found the building to be an independent residential...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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