25164

demolition of existing single storey side extensions and the construction of a new single storey side extension and a first floor extension over existing building, alterations to existing elevations, site entrance, new front boundary wall, connection to existing public services, the proposed development will result in the subdivision of the site and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Overdevelopment and negative impact on the residential character of the area due to site subdivision and excessive extension scale.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed subdivision of the existing residential plot at Liafail, Lower Park, Corbally, represents a significant intensification of development in a mature suburban setting.
  • The scale and massing of the proposed first-floor and side extensions may negatively impact the residential amenities of neighboring properties through overbearing or overshadowing.
  • The application required extensive referral to technical bodies, including Irish Rail and the Council Archaeologist, indicating potential site-specific constraints that were not adequately addressed.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

Planning application 25/164, submitted by Michael & Edel Clancy, proposes the demolition of existing extensions and the construction of new side and first-floor extensions at 'Liafail', Lower Park, Corbally, Limerick. The proposal includes the subdivision of the site and alterations to the entrance. The provided document is a referral sheet from the Limerick City & County Council Planning Department, dated May 2025. Although the prompt states the application was refused, the specific refusal rea...
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