Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes a substandard form of backland development characterized by poor design, inadequate private amenity space, and significant traffic safety concerns due to restricted access and poor sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal represents a substandard form of backland development with a poor layout that fails to provide adequate private and public open space, thereby injuring the residential amenity of future occupants.
- The restricted nature of the vehicular access and lack of demonstrated safe sightlines pose a significant risk to traffic and pedestrian safety, contrary to DMURS standards.
- The development would result in a piecemeal and uncoordinated amendment to a previously approved site layout, failing to adequately address surface water drainage and waste management requirements.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the removal of an archway and the construction of three single-storey townhouses to the rear of an existing commercial building on Church Street, Ballon, Co. Carlow, along with an extension to a takeaway/restaurant for storage and outdoor seating. Carlow County Council refused the application primarily because it was deemed a substandard backland development with inadequate amenity space and poor design. Furthermore, the restricted site access raised serious tr...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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