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planning application for permission for the construction of a new 1.5 storey detached domestic garage and all associated site works including amendments to site layout plan and house position of that previously approved under reg. ref. LB/ 201976. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed garage is of an excessive scale and height (7.7m), nearly matching the primary dwelling (7.9m), which would result in the appearance of two detached residential units rather than an ancillary domestic structure.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed garage's height of 7.7m is considered excessive as it matches the approved dwelling's height of 7.9m, failing to appear ancillary.
  • The design and layout would result in the appearance of two detached residential units from a contiguous front elevation, which is not acceptable in this rural zone.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient justification or details regarding the intended use of the 121m² structure to support its scale.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, Chapter 11Zoning Objective RA (Rural Area)

Decision Document Summary

This application relates to the construction of a 1.5-storey detached domestic garage and site layout amendments at Clogher, Rathkenny, Co. Meath. Although the site is zoned 'Rural Area' where domestic garages are permissible, the Planning Authority found the proposal unacceptable in its current form. The primary issue is the garage's excessive scale and 7.7m ridge height, which causes it to compete visually with the main house and appear as a second dwelling. Consequently, the planner recommend...
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