2560302

for alteration to an existing planning application Planning Ref P22/253 to include alterations to house numbers 34 & 35, including a revised site layout plan, alterations to house locations & boundaries, Revised elevations, additional basement level, steps to access the rear garden and ancillary works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Significant discrepancies in technical drawings and concerns regarding the overbearing impact of proposed 5m high boundary walls and substantial ground level alterations on the amenities of adjoining properties.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • There are significant discrepancies between the submitted side elevation drawings and the site layout plan regarding garden levels and boundary wall heights, with some figures indicating walls up to 5m high.
  • The proposed groundworks and resulting level differences may have a significant negative impact on the residential and industrial amenities of adjoining sites, including the Benson Box Co. factory.
  • The application lacks necessary cross-sections and topographical data to accurately assess the relationship between the proposed dwellings and the neighboring properties.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Existing Residential zoning objectiveClare County Development Plan 2023-2029

Decision Document Summary

The proposal seeks permission for alterations to two previously permitted dwellings (Nos. 34 & 35) at Ard na Deirge, Killaloe, primarily to re-introduce basement levels and revised site boundaries. While the principle of development is acceptable under the 'Existing Residential' zoning, the Planning Authority identified major inconsistencies in the technical drawings. Specifically, concerns were raised regarding the potential for 5-meter-high boundary walls to negatively affect adjacent amenitie...
SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.