Core Refusal Reason
The proposal is considered undesirable haphazard backland development that lacks road frontage and would set a negative precedent for the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development constitutes undesirable haphazard backland development by virtue of its access through a permitted site to the rear of existing houses.
- The proposal is out of character with the existing pattern of development and would set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate ad hoc developments.
- The project would seriously injure residential amenities and depreciate property values, making it contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Westport Town and Environs Local Area Plan 2024-2030Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028RHO1
Decision Document Summary
The applicants sought permission for a private dwelling and garage on a 0.2ha site at Attireesh, Westport. Although the applicants demonstrated compliance with rural housing need (RHO1), the site is located behind existing houses and lacks road frontage, requiring access through an adjacent site. Mayo County Council refused the application, concluding that the backland nature of the proposal is haphazard, out of character with the area, and would negatively impact local residential amenities....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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