Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes an independent residential unit that fails to meet national and local standards for residential development, resulting in substandard housing within a restricted rear garden.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed layout functions as a separate residential unit, failing to comply with national guidelines (SPPR 2 and SPPR 3) and specific Fingal Development Plan standards for residential accommodation.
- The development would result in substandard housing within a restricted rear garden area, which is contrary to the 'RS' zoning objective intended to protect and improve residential amenity.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable precedent for similar developments that negatively impact the character of the area and fail to adhere to proper planning principles.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for the demolition of two outbuildings at 5 & 7 Oak Ave, Royal Oak, Dublin 9. The local authority refused the proposal on the grounds that the resulting development presented as an independent residential unit rather than an ancillary structure. This layout was found to be in breach of both national compact settlement guidelines and local development plan policies regarding residential standards. Ultimately, the planning authority determined that the proposal wo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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