Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused as it would constitute substandard development that negatively impacts the residential amenities of the adjoining property and results in a cramped site layout with inadequate functional open space and vehicular maneuvering area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would have an unacceptable overbearing, overshadowing, and overlooking impact on the adjoining property at no. 5 Woodview Drive.
- The site subdivision results in a restricted and cramped layout with constrained private open space for the existing dwelling and insufficient space for on-site parking maneuvers.
- Insufficient information was submitted to demonstrate that the development would not interfere with public water services infrastructure, which is considered prejudicial to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 6.21CPO 6.22CPO 6.25Bray MD LAP 2018 Zoning: RE
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a detached two-storey, three-bedroom house in the side garden of an existing end-of-terrace property at 4 Woodview Drive, Bray. While residential infill is acceptable in principle under the 'RE' zoning, the Planning Authority determined that the development would seriously injure the residential amenities of the neighboring property through overshadowing and overlooking. Furthermore, the resulting site layout was deemed substandard due to cramped open space and...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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