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Permission to develop existing attic floor area to accommodate additional bedroom with new dormer roof extension at rear of main roof (south west facing elevation), and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes a disorderly form of development that would negatively impact residential amenity and conflict with specific zoning objectives of the Cork City Development Plan.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed dormer extension is considered a disorderly form of development that would negatively impact the residential amenity of both the proposed occupants and adjacent properties.
  • Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar future developments in the vicinity and would likely depreciate the value of adjacent properties.
  • The development is deemed contrary to Zoning Objective ZO-1 and Section 11.101 of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028, failing to meet the standards for proper planning and sustainable development.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Zoning Objective ZO-111.101

Decision Document Summary

This application by Mr. and Mrs. Liam and Mary Healy sought permission for an attic conversion and a new dormer roof extension to provide an additional bedroom at 7 Hattons Alley Lane, Blackpool, Cork. Cork City Council refused the application on the grounds that the design represents a disorderly form of development. The planning authority concluded that the proposal would injure the residential amenities of the area, set a negative precedent for future development, and directly conflict with s...
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