Core Refusal Reason
The development functions as an unauthorized separate residential unit that constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site and lacks adequate private open space, contravening local zoning objectives and national planning guidelines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The internal layout of the building indicates it functions as a separate unit of accommodation rather than an ancillary structure, leading to overdevelopment of a restricted rear garden.
- The development fails to provide sufficient functional private open space, thereby seriously injuring the residential amenities of the site and the surrounding area.
- The proposal materially contravenes national guidelines (SPPR 2 and SPPR 3) and local development plan objectives, setting an undesirable precedent for similar unsustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.4 Garden RoomsObjective DMSO19Objective DMSO32RS Residential zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the retention of an existing detached building at 45 Willow Wood Grove, Hartstown. Fingal County Council refused permission because the structure's internal configuration suggests it serves as an independent dwelling unit rather than an ancillary garden room. This was considered overdevelopment of a confined rear garden that provides inadequate private open space. Consequently, the development was found to materially contravene the 'RS' residential zoning objective, specific ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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