Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its inappropriate suburban scale and design in a semi-rural setting, negative impact on residential amenity, and lack of utility feasibility confirmation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The suburban scale and design of the dwellings are out of character with the elevated, semi-rural nature of the site and would dominate the existing private laneway.
- The development would have a significant overbearing impact and negatively affect the private amenity of the neighboring dwelling to the south.
- The applicant failed to provide necessary confirmation of feasibility from Uisce Éireann for water and sewerage connections, precluding a full assessment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.12.6
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of two two-storey dwellings with public service connections on an elevated site in Knockgreany, Coolgreany. The planning authority refused permission because the suburban-style development was considered out of character with the semi-rural context and the existing pattern of development along the private laneway. Furthermore, the project was found to be overbearing for the adjacent southern neighbor and lacked essential documentation regarding the feasibil...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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