Core Refusal Reason
The development constitutes over-development of a confined site, resulting in inadequate private open space and significant injury to the residential and visual amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal represents over-development of a restricted site, leading to excessive site coverage and the loss of essential private open space for the primary dwelling.
- The structure negatively impacts the residential amenities of adjoining properties through significant overshadowing and overlooking of neighboring gardens.
- The haphazard design and use of external materials, such as unplastered blockwork and metal sheeting, create a negative visual impact and fail to integrate with the existing built environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KENMD-SM-5 of the Kenmare Municipal District Local Area Plan 2024-2030
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for a detached two-storey domestic storage building located to the rear of a mid-terrace dwelling at Drimna Beg, Sneem, Co. Kerry. The site is located on the eastern side of Sneem village, adjoining the N70 National Road. Kerry County Council refused the application on the grounds that the building constitutes over-development of a confined site, resulting in insufficient private open space. Additionally, the structure was deemed injurious to the amen...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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