Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development's scale, height, and design would negatively impact the residential amenities of neighboring properties through overlooking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The excessive scale and height of the proposed extension are incompatible with the existing site context.
- The specific design of the alterations would result in unacceptable overlooking of adjacent residential properties.
- The development would seriously injure the established amenities of the area and fails to meet the standards for sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the alteration and extension of an existing single-storey dwelling at Old Abbey, Waterfall, Co. Cork. The proposal was refused by the Planning Authority on the grounds that the physical massing—specifically the scale and height—would be detrimental to the privacy and amenity of nearby residents. The decision maker concluded that the design would facilitate overlooking, making the development contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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