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i) Proposed demolition of a) 4 number, existing single storey sheds to the rear of the site, and b) the existing front boundary wall onto Limerick Road. ii) Construction of a new front boundary wall to facilitate a) widened vehicular entrance to the development b) new vehicular entrance and 1 number associated parking space to the front of the existing house, and c) pedestrian access from Limerick Road to the development. iii) Provision of a new boundary wall to the rear of the existing house enclosing the garden iv) Construction of 5 number, 2-storey houses with rear gardens and dormer windows to the front and rear, arranged in 2 number blocks, located to the rear of the existing 2-storey house and orientated east-west. v) Provision of 5 number car parking spaces vi) Boundary treatments; vii) landscaping, SUDs drainage and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes over-development of a confined site and poses a potential traffic hazard due to inadequate sight lines and excessive site coverage.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development represents over-development of a confined site characterized by excessive site coverage and a lack of adequate private open space and car parking.
- The proposed layout would result in a substandard residential environment that would negatively impact the amenities of future residents and existing neighboring properties.
- The Planning Authority determined that the development would endanger public safety and create a traffic hazard due to restricted sight lines and an inadequate access road.