Core Refusal Reason
The shed and associated raised ground levels would seriously injure the residential amenities and depreciate the value of the adjoining property (Number 55) due to excessive height, scale, and proximity to the site boundary.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The combination of the shed's ridge height and the significantly raised ground level (over 1 metre) creates an overbearing structure that negatively impacts the adjacent residential property.
- The proximity of the structure to the eastern boundary (600mm to 800mm) results in a substantial loss of residential amenity for Number 55, specifically regarding loss of view and sunlight.
- The materials and finish of the Steeltech shed do not match the main residential dwelling, contributing to a negative visual impact on the established residential area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning R2 (Existing Residential)Volume 6, Section 2 - 1.3.2Section 1.5 [Volume 6]Urban Design 1.5.1General Residential Design Standards 1.5.4Private Open Space 1.5.4.6Privacy 1.5.4.7Maximum Site Coverage 1.5.48
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a 23.35sqm domestic shed/home gym and associated raised ground works at 54 Carrigeendaniel, Tralee, a site zoned 'Existing Residential'. Although the principle of domestic sheds is generally acceptable, the development was refused because the structure's height and scale, exacerbated by the raised platform, create an overbearing presence. The local authority determined that the shed's proximity to the boundary causes significant injury to the residen...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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