2660105
Permission for 1.Construction of a part single storey, part two storey dwelling split level dwelling, 2.Connection to the existing public wastewater network, 3. Construction of a new site access including construction of access road and driveway, 4. All associated site development works
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to demonstrate that it would not negatively impact the residential amenity of adjacent properties through overlooking and overshadowing, and lacked essential technical details regarding site levels and utility connections.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient topographical data and cross-sections to allow for a comprehensive assessment of the dwelling's physical impact on the surrounding residential context.
- The proposed design, specifically the first-floor windows on the southern elevation, presents an unacceptable risk of overlooking and loss of privacy for adjacent properties, necessitating a Daylight and Sunlight Assessment.
- There is a lack of technical certainty regarding the feasibility of connecting to public water and wastewater infrastructure, as no pre-connection enquiry from Uisce Éireann was submitted.
Cited Policies (CDP)
P-UR-1P-CG-1P-CG-2P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-4P-WHT-1P-WHT-3P-UHOU-1P-UHOU-5P-RHOU-1P-RHOU-2P-WWT-4P-SWD-1Section 33.2.2Section 33.4
Decision Document Summary
The application proposes a 213sqm split-level dwelling on a backland site in Ballysadare, Co. Sligo, within an area zoned 'existing residential'. While the development aligns with compact growth and urban regeneration policies in principle, it was refused due to significant concerns regarding its impact on the residential amenity of neighboring homes. Specifically, the planner identified potential for overlooking and overshadowing that was not adequately addressed in the submitted plans. Further...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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