Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its excessive scale, height, and massing, which were deemed to be out of character with the established residential pattern of Castleview Gardens and detrimental to the amenities of neighboring properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed replacement dwelling, by reason of its excessive height and massing, would constitute overdevelopment of a restricted site and would be out of character with the existing pattern of development in Castleview Gardens.
- The development would result in a significant loss of residential amenity for neighboring properties due to overshadowing and an overbearing visual impact.
- The proposal fails to demonstrate a high standard of design that respects the sensitive context of the Clancy's Strand area, setting an undesirable precedent for future development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy HO P3Policy DM P2Objective HO O1
Decision Document Summary
This planning application (Ref: 25/61281) proposed the demolition of an existing bungalow and the construction of a new two-storey dwellinghouse at 'The Nook', Castleview Gardens, Clancy's Strand, Limerick. The site is located in a mature residential enclave within the Limerick City North planner area. The local authority refused permission on the grounds that the proposed replacement dwelling was too large for the site, would negatively impact the residential amenity of neighbors through oversh...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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