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Permission for retention of this site at Summerlee House Woodside Tivoli Cork T23YY43. the development consists of an alteration from a previously existing administration space previously granted under the planning conditions contained within planning reference 9318274 to a two storey one bedroom apartment

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed retention of a two-storey one-bedroom apartment represents sub-standard development that fails to meet minimum residential standards and contravenes a previous planning condition requiring the space to be integrated into existing units.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The residential unit fails to meet the minimum standards for flat conversions and apartment design as set out in the Cork City Development Plan 2022 and national guidelines.
  • The development is in direct breach of a previous planning condition (93/18274) which required the floor area to be integrated into existing ground and first-floor apartments.
  • The proposal constitutes sub-standard development that would negatively impact the residential amenities of future occupants and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Para 11.152: Conversion of Existing Houses to Flat AccommodationCork City Development Plan 2022

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for the retention of a two-storey one-bedroom apartment at Summerlee House, Tivoli, Cork, which was converted from a space previously designated for administration. Cork City Council refused the application because the unit fails to meet the required standards for residential conversions and apartment design. Furthermore, the development contravenes a previous planning condition that intended for this floor area to be integrated into existing apartments, result...
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