Core Refusal Reason
The proposal represents an inappropriate infill design that is visually incongruous, fails to meet minimum internal space standards, and would result in substandard residential amenity due to overlooking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed subdivision and extensions constitute an inappropriate infill design that is visually incongruous and out of character with the established residential pattern of the area.
- The development would provide substandard residential amenity for future occupants due to an unacceptable degree of overlooking from the existing dwelling and a failure to meet minimum floor and storage area requirements.
- The proposal would set an undesirable precedent for similar substandard developments and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 15.4.5Section 15.2.2Table 15.2Chapter 3Chapter 15
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the subdivision of an existing dwelling and its 0.202ha site at Newtown, Maynooth, to create three dwelling units through the addition of two single-storey side and rear extensions. Kildare County Council refused the application primarily because the design was deemed an inappropriate and visually incongruous infill solution that fails to promote sustainable intensification. Furthermore, the proposed units failed to meet the minimum floor and storage area stan...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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