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the demolition of an existing 75m² single storey detached garage structure to the rear of Rose Cottage, Sea Road, Ballydonarea, Kilcoole, and the construction of a two storey 138m² replacement structure, containing a garage, potting shed, home gym, an artist's studio, with all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed two-storey structure is excessive in scale, height, and design, failing to integrate with the character of the area and resulting in significant overlooking and loss of residential amenity for neighboring properties.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed structure, by virtue of its size, scale, and design, is considered excessive and not ancillary to the main dwelling, representing an out-of-character development that would set an undesirable precedent for the area.
  • The two-storey nature and specific arrangement of first-floor windows would result in significant overlooking of adjacent properties to the east, south, and west, negatively impacting their residential amenity.
  • The development fails to respect the established character of the area and lacks sufficient justification for a structure of this magnitude, which is comparable in size to a standard 3-4 bedroom dwelling, in a backland setting.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.16CPO 6.21CPO 6.22CPO 6.25CPO 14.12Appendix 1 Section 3.1.6

Decision Document Summary

Stephen Kelly sought permission for the demolition of an existing garage and the construction of a two-storey, 138sqm replacement structure containing a garage, gym, and artist's studio at Rose Cottage, Sea Road, Kilcoole. While the principle of development was considered acceptable, Wicklow County Council refused the application because the proposed building's scale and height were deemed excessive and non-ancillary to the primary residence. The Planning Officer concluded that the design was ou...
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