23/6364

Permission for Phase 3 of development works for 1) Change of house type and increase in unit numbers from 4 No. detached residential dwellings (as permitted under Pl.Reg.No. 16/5726) to 6 No. residential dwellings consisting of 4 No. detached dwellings (House Type E2) and 2 No. semi-detached dwellings (House Type D3) on previously permitted site No’s 10, 11, 12, 13 The Close and for demolition of existing wall. 2) Completion of detached residential dwelling (House Type N) on site No. 26 The Court (as permitted under Pl.Reg.No. 16/5726) and all associated site works.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommends a grant of permission, concluding that the proposal for increased density and revised house types constitutes orderly infill development within a designated 'Key Village', aligns with national compact growth guidelines, and includes technical measures to address wastewater capacity and surface water management.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The marginal increase in density is consistent with the Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Settlement Guidelines and the 'Key Village' status of Cloyne.
  • Technical constraints regarding wastewater capacity are acknowledged but can be managed by conditioning a full connection agreement with Uisce Éireann prior to commencement of development.
  • The design and layout are compatible with the existing character of the Lus an Ime estate and will not significantly impact the residential amenities or the flooding profile of the surrounding area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028Objective DB-1Volume 4 (Village Objectives)Volume 6 (Zoning Map)Section 3.7.20 (Water Supply)Section 3.7.22-3.7.23 (Waste Water)Section 3.7.24 (Flooding)

Decision Document Summary

This report evaluates a third-party appeal against Cork County Council's decision to grant permission for 7 dwellings at Lus an Ime, Cloyne. The development involves a change of house types and an increase in density from 4 to 6 units in one cul-de-sac ('The Close') and the completion of a detached dwelling at 'The Court'. The 0.625ha site is located within an incomplete section of an existing housing estate and is zoned for residential use. The Inspector highlights that the proposal aligns with...
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