Core Refusal Reason
Substandard residential accommodation due to inadequate daylight, sunlight, outlook, and private amenity space.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed unit would have insufficient access to direct daylight and sunlight, resulting in poor living conditions.
- The development offers inadequate outlook and low-quality private amenity space for future residents.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable precedent for substandard residential developments in the locality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a basement-level, double-storey apartment unit within an existing building at 51 Harbour Row, Cobh, Co. Cork. The planning authority refused the application primarily because the subterranean nature of the unit would result in a substandard living environment characterized by limited natural light, poor outlook, and inadequate private open space. Consequently, the development was deemed contrary to proper planning as it would negatively impact the reside...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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