Core Refusal Reason
The development is considered premature pending the determination of the final route alignment for the Cork City Northern Transport Project, as the site is located within an active route option corridor for this strategic road infrastructure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed single-storey dwelling is acceptable in principle as infill housing and meets the required standards for residential amenity and private open space.
- The design and scale of the building would not significantly impact the visual or residential amenities of the surrounding established properties or the streetscape.
- However, the development is premature as the site falls within a potential route corridor for the Cork City Northern Transport Project, and granting permission could prejudice the design and delivery of this strategically important project.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 16.9Table 16.7Paragraph 15.10Section 16.49Section 16.58Section 16.59Section 16.64Objective 5.1hObjective 5.18
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a first-party appeal by Javcon Ltd against Cork City Council's decision to refuse permission for a 46.6sq.m detached one-bedroom house on a wedge-shaped corner site in Mayfield. While the Planning Authority initially cited overdevelopment and substandard amenity, the Inspector found that the proposal successfully addressed these issues through its revised orientation and layout, meeting the standards set out in the Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities Guidelines. The ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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