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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, 1-storey, 1 bedroom assisted living residential units with rear gardens and dormer windows to the front, arranged in 2 number blocks, located to the rear of the existing 2-storey house and orientated east-west. v) Provision of 6 number car parking spaces (including 1 number wheelchair accessible space) vi) Boundary treatments; vii) landscaping, SUDs drainage and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to over-development of a confined site, resulting in substandard residential amenity, traffic safety concerns, and inadequate provision for water services and stormwater management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development constitutes over-development of a confined site, characterized by excessive site coverage and a lack of adequate private open space, which would result in substandard residential amenity and set a negative precedent.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate the feasibility of necessary water and wastewater connections or provide an adequate stormwater management plan, contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
- The proposal poses a risk to public safety and creates a traffic hazard due to concerns regarding the layout and the safe movement of traffic and pedestrians at the site entrance.