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CONSTRUCT AN EXTENSION TO THE REAR OF EXISTING GUEST HOUSE FOR GUEST HOUSE USE TO COMPRISE OF EXTENDED KITCHEN AREA, NEW DINING AND LOUNGE AREAS, LAUNDRY ROOM AND CARETAKERS OFFICE, 3 ADDITIONAL GUEST BEDROOMS ON THE GROUND FLOOR, 5 ADDITIONAL GUEST BEDROOMS ON THE FIRST FLOOR INCLUDING ALL NECESSARY ANCILLARY SERVICES WORKS, CAR PARKING WORKS AND SITE WORKS

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of the site due to its excessive size and scale, resulting in significant negative impacts on the residential amenity of adjoining properties through overshadowing and overlooking.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The size, scale, and proximity of the extension to adjoining properties would be seriously injurious to residential amenities due to overshadowing and overlooking.
  • The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of the site, providing inadequate open space for occupants and potentially depreciating the value of neighboring property.
  • Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate development and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

KCDP 10-7KCDP 10-29Section 1.20.7Table 4 of Section 1.20.7

Decision Document Summary

Roughty Properties Ltd proposed a two-storey extension to the Rosemont Guesthouse on Oakpark Road, Tralee, intended to add 8 guest bedrooms and expanded facilities. Although the applicant reduced the floor area in response to a Further Information request, the planning authority refused permission. The decision was based on the conclusion that the development's excessive scale and proximity to boundaries would negatively impact neighboring residents through overlooking and overshadowing, represe...
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