Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes a disorderly form of development that would negatively impact residential amenity and set an undesirable precedent, contravening specific zoning objectives of the Cork City Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed attic conversion and dormer extension represent a disorderly form of development that would negatively impact the residential amenity of both future occupants and neighboring properties.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the area and would likely depreciate the value of adjacent properties.
- The development is considered contrary to Zoning Objective ZO-1 and Section 11.101 of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028, thus 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 to accommodate an additional bedroom, including a new dormer roof extension at the rear of No. 10A Hattons Alley Lane, Blackpool, Cork. Cork City Council refused the application on the grounds that the proposal constitutes a disorderly form of development. The planning authority determined that the extension would negatively impact residential amenities, set a poor precedent for the area, and conflict ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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