23/6528
Permission to construct a new residential development comprising of 9 no. three bedroom two-storey terraced dwellings (constructed in 3 blocks of 3 terraced dwellings) boundary treatments, private and public open spaces, hard and soft landscaping, new internal road and pedestrian walkways, services including public site lighting and all other ancillary infrastructure and associated site development works above and below ground level. Primary vehicular and pedestrian access to the proposed development will be via a new entrance from Rathcarrig Estate exiting onto Pike Road and all associated site works.
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered acceptable as it aligns with the residential zoning of the site and national 'compact growth' policies, providing a suitable design, layout, and density that respects the existing character and residential amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The density of 26.5 dwellings per hectare is deemed appropriate for this small-scale infill site under the Compact Settlement Guidelines.
- The proposed vehicular access through the Rathcarrig estate is considered a natural extension of the existing road network and complies with DMURS standards.
- Separation distances and proposed landscaping are sufficient to mitigate potential overlooking or loss of privacy, particularly regarding the single-storey dwellings to the south.