Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes ribbon development that materially contravenes Objective RF55 of the Fingal Development Plan and fails to meet design and transportation safety standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal constitutes ribbon development as defined by national guidelines and materially contravenes Objective RF55 of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate technical details regarding sightlines, boundary treatments, and site access to ensure traffic safety on a road with an 80km/hr design speed.
- The architectural design, specifically the inconsistent fenestration and window proportions, is considered inappropriate for a rural dwelling and would negatively impact the visual amenities of a 'Highly Sensitive Landscape'.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RF55Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for a bungalow dwelling and detached garage at Westown, Naul, Co. Dublin. The Planning Authority refused the development primarily because it would intensify ribbon development in a rural area, contrary to Objective RF55 and national guidelines. Additionally, the proposal lacked sufficient detail regarding road safety sightlines and featured a design deemed visually incompatible with the 'Highly Sensitive Landscape' designation due to inconsistent window proport...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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