Core Refusal Reason
The proposal to remove the front boundary wall for private parking is contrary to development plan policy, would negatively impact visual amenities, set an undesirable precedent, and result in the loss of public parking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The removal of the entire front boundary wall in a terrace of houses would have a serious negative impact on the visual amenities of the area and set an undesirable precedent for similar developments.
- The development would result in a loss of public parking in an area of high demand and fails to support the move toward sustainable and active transport modes.
- The proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as defined by the specific policies regarding drive-ins and front garden parking in the City Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.145 of the Cork City Development Plan 2022 - 2028
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Pat Walsh, sought permission for the demolition of an existing front boundary wall to provide a driveway for two car parking spaces at 73 McCurtain Villas, College Road, Cork. Cork City Council refused the application, citing Section 11.145 of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028. The refusal was based on the negative visual impact on the terraced streetscape, the creation of an undesirable precedent, and the loss of public on-street parking in a high-demand area, which was de...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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