24/6338

Permission for the following: 1) change of use of existing two-storey derelict dwelling to 2 no. apartments and permission to construct 2 storey extension to rear, 2) demolish existing shed to rear, 3) new detached two storey block to rear to provide 2 no. duplex apartments, 4) rear pedestrian from Fitzgerald Square to provide access to all properties, 5) re-alignment to rear gardens to existing properties and 6) all associated works

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the development is consistent with the 'Town Centre/Neighbourhood Centre' zoning, supports compact urban growth on an infill site, and is acceptable regarding design, scale, and the protection of residential and visual amenities.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development is consistent with the town centre zoning objective and the established pattern of development within the vicinity of the site.
  • The design, scale, and layout of the four proposed apartment units comply with the Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments (2023) and the Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028.
  • Subject to compliance with conditions, including an internal reconfiguration to prevent overlooking, the development would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area or property in the vicinity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 12.12.13 (Car Parking)Section 2.6.1 (Core Strategy)Objective CS 2-4 (Greater Cork Ring Strategic Planning Area)Objective ZU 18-17 (Town Centres/ Neighbourhood Centres)Section 4.3.8 (Macroom Population Target)Objective WM 11-10 (Surface Water/SuDS)Objective GI 14-6 (c) (Private Open Space)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the conversion of an end-of-terrace house into two apartments and the construction of a new detached two-story block at the rear to provide two duplex units (totaling 4 units) on a 0.0285 ha site in Macroom, Co. Cork. The site is zoned for town centre use and backs onto Fitzgerald Street near a public car park. Key assessment points included density, parking, and impact on neighbors. The Inspector determined that no on-site parking is required given the central location and...
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