Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes overdevelopment of the site and contravenes the 'Existing Residential' zoning objective by negatively impacting residential amenity and the character of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of the site due to its layout, design, and proximity to the southern boundary, which fails to respect the existing pattern of development.
- The development would contravene the 'Existing Residential' zoning objective of the Clare County Development Plan 2023-2029, which seeks to protect and enhance residential amenities.
- The scale and bulk of the proposed extension would seriously injure the amenities of the area and property in the vicinity, proving contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Clare County Development Plan 2023-2029CDP 14.7 Scenic RoutesExisting Residential zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
Micheal Glynn sought permission to extend an existing dwelling house and construct a garage at Seapark, Lahinch, Co. Clare. The site is located in an area zoned 'Existing Residential' and is situated along a designated scenic route. The Planning Authority refused the application because the proposed 48.50 sq.m extension was considered overdevelopment of a constrained site. The inspector noted that the design's bulk and inadequate separation distance to the southern boundary would negatively impa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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