Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes inappropriate backland development that would result in a haphazard, piecemeal pattern of development and negatively impact the residential amenity of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal represents an undesirable form of backland development that fails to integrate with the existing pattern of development and would set an unwanted precedent for similar projects.
- The development would result in a significant reduction in the private open space of the primary dwelling, leading to a substandard level of residential amenity for both existing and future occupants.
- The intensification of the existing entrance to serve an additional dwelling is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, potentially compromising traffic safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Maciek Najman, sought permission for a 2-bedroom timber frame modular dwelling at the rear of an existing house in Glenashrone, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. The proposal included a connection to the main sewer and the use of an existing entrance onto the public roadway. The application was refused by the local authority primarily due to its nature as backland development, which was deemed to be haphazard and detrimental to the residential amenity of the site and the surrounding conte...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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