2560026
Planning permission for development comprising; (1) The partial demolition and modification of existing Artist’s Studio granted permission under previous planning file reference P10/13831, (2) The extension and modification of the retained part of the Artists Studio, (3) The proposals under (1) and (2) will provide 2 single bedroom Mews buildings, one of which will be two storey and the other one single storey. The application will also include access through the existing shared laneway, connections to public services, the retention of existing boundaries, provision of parking and all associated and ancillary site development works and services above and below ground at Knockacroghery, Westport Road, Castlebar, County Mayo.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused as it constitutes overdevelopment of a constrained site, featuring a substandard design and layout that lacks adequate private open space and would negatively impact the residential amenity of neighboring properties through overlooking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is considered substandard in terms of layout, design, and the provision of private open space, failing to meet basic residential amenity standards for future occupants.
- The scale and proximity of the buildings to the site boundaries would result in overdevelopment, leading to overlooking of adjacent rear gardens and a loss of privacy for neighboring residents.
- The proposal is out of character with the existing residential pattern and would seriously injure the amenities and depreciate the value of property in the vicinity.