2139977

Permission for the retention of a new single storey extension constructed to the rear of my dwelling, incorporating an ancillary lock up and utility room and for the demolition of the original garage to the rear of the property

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development is excessively large for ancillary use, encroaches on communal backlands, and lacks proof of applicant ownership or legal interest.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The extension is considered excessively large to be ancillary to the main residence and represents haphazard, piecemeal development.
  • The structure encroaches onto communally used backlands, setting an undesirable precedent and undermining future development potential for the area.
  • The applicant has failed to provide sufficient evidence of legal ownership or interest in the land where the development is located.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for the retention of a single-storey extension (utility and lock-up) and the demolition of a garage at 3 Woodland View, Old Youghal Road, Cork. Cork City Council refused the application primarily because the scale of the development is inappropriate for ancillary use and it encroaches upon communal backland areas, which would set a negative planning precedent. Additionally, the refusal was based on the applicant's failure to demonstrate sufficient legal interes...
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