2543608

Permission for demolition of rear extension, change of use of offices to residential use, subdivision of house to provide new bedsit with extension to the rear and canopy to the front door entrance, new extension to rear and first storey extension to dwelling, new sundecks to rear, alterations to existing elevations and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development fails to meet the mandatory minimum floor space, room size, and storage standards required for residential units under national planning guidelines.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development materially contravenes the Specific Planning Policy Requirements (SPPRs) regarding minimum floor space and room dimensions.
  • The proposal fails to provide the necessary storage space standards as outlined in the 2023 Sustainable Urban Housing guidelines.
  • The resulting units would provide an inadequate standard of living for future occupiers and would seriously injure their residential amenity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the change of use of offices to residential use at Corrigan House, Bishopstown Road, Cork, including the subdivision of the building to create a new bedsit and various extensions. Cork City Council refused the application because the proposed residential accommodation did not comply with the minimum floor space and storage standards set out in the 'Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2023)'. The p...
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