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the proposed construction of two semi-detached type dwellings to be serviced with the existing entrance, demolition of two storage sheds with lowered boundary walls to accommodate vehicular sightlines. Connection to foul sewer, watermain, with surface water piped to soakpit with oil and fuel interceptor, car parking spaces as per site layout plan inclusive of all ancillary site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes a constrained form of backland development that fails to meet minimum residential floor area standards and poses significant traffic safety risks due to inadequate access and circulation.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development represents an overly constrained backland layout with restricted internal circulation and inadequate spatial separation, leading to a poor standard of residential amenity for future occupants.
  • The proposed dwellings fail to meet the minimum floor area requirements for 2-bedroom units as specified in the 'Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities 2007' guidelines.
  • The restricted nature of the existing laneway and lack of accurate sightline details would result in a traffic hazard and endanger public safety for road users.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 4: Housing Strategy and Residential DevelopmentChapter 7: Infrastructure, Surface Water and Climate AdaptationChapter 13: Development Management StandardsChapter 16: Development Contributions and Car Parking StandardsSection 16.4.5.2 Infill Sites in Urban Areas16.4.8 Car ParkingDMS16.124Town Core Zoning Objective

Decision Document Summary

Mel Clancy sought permission for the construction of two semi-detached dwellings and the demolition of two storage sheds at a site in Legan, Co. Longford, located within the 'Town Core' settlement boundary. While residential development is acceptable in principle at this location, the Planning Authority refused the application because the backland design was deemed overly constrained, failed to address the public realm, and provided substandard residential amenity. Additionally, the units failed...
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