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Permission for (A) Retention of change of use domestic garage and loft to living area. (B) To fit new window at the first floor level to rear of existing building and (C) To construct extension to side of existing building, complete building to be used as granny flat.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development constitutes overdevelopment of the site and is visually incongruous, functioning as an independent dwelling rather than a 'granny flat' as defined by the Development Plan.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale, layout, and internal arrangement of the unit are more characteristic of an independent house than a 'granny flat' for older or disabled relatives.
  • The proposal represents an excessive density and overdevelopment of the site, which would seriously injure the amenities of the area.
  • The design and relationship to the existing dwelling are visually incongruous and out of character with the surrounding area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

Jim Doherty sought permission to retain the change of use of a domestic garage and loft to a living area and to construct an extension at No. 4 Gleann Chuille, Kilcully, Cork, intended for use as a 'granny flat'. Cork City Council refused the application on the grounds that the structure's scale and layout resembled an independent dwelling rather than ancillary accommodation, resulting in overdevelopment. Additionally, the design was considered visually incongruous and out of character with the ...
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