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the development will consist of the construction of a two storey apartment block consisting of a one bed apartment and a two bed apartment adjoining the existing two storey end-of-terrace which will become a mid-terrace dwelling, changes to the elevations, connection to all public services and all associated site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of a compact site that is out of character with the existing residential area and fails to demonstrate safe access within the application boundary.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development represents overdevelopment of a compact site that would hamper the amenity and character of the existing residential community and set an undesirable precedent for the area.
  • The design and elevational treatment, particularly the front balcony, would not integrate successfully with the surroundings and is considered out of character with existing neighbouring dwellings.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a safe means of access and egress as the works required for the entrance are located outside the red line application site boundary, creating a potential traffic hazard.

Cited Policies (CDP)

KEL POL 1KEL OBJ 1Section 11.5.2Section 11.5.4Section 11.5.5Section 11.5.6Section 11.5.7DM OBJ 18Section 11.5.10Section 11.5.11Section 11.5.12Section 11.5.13DM OBJ 8DM POL 8

Decision Document Summary

A-Team Homes Ltd. proposed the construction of a two-storey apartment block (comprising one 1-bed and one 2-bed unit) adjoining an existing end-of-terrace dwelling at 30 Blackwater Heights, Kells. Although the site is zoned 'A1 - Existing Residential', the Planning Authority refused permission on the grounds that the project constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site and is inconsistent with the established character of the estate. Furthermore, the application was found to be technically d...
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