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proposed redesign of a previously permitted residential development consisting of 4 no. dwelling houses granted full planning permission under planning reference number 19/7022 whereby it is now proposed to seek full planning permission for a Residential Development of 7 no. new dwelling houses to include 3 no. 4 bedroom detached houses and 4 no. 4 bedroom detached houses with optional fifth bedroom/study. The application will also include full planning permission for an entrance on to the Dublin Road and all associated site works, internal roads, connections to the existing foul sewer, surface water and watermain networks, site boundaries and site landscaping

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes over-development of a prominent infill site, resulting in a cramped layout and excessive building heights that fail to integrate with the surrounding context or protect residential amenities.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development represents over-development of the site, featuring a cramped layout and excessive unit heights (9.37m) that fail to respect the established character and scale of the surrounding built environment.
  • The design is considered visually fussy and unbalanced, with a poor ratio of roofscape to masonry and a layout that appears 'shoehorned' into the site, particularly regarding the siting of unit no. 7.
  • The proposal would adversely impact the residential amenities of adjoining properties by reason of visual dominance and would negatively affect the streetscape character on a prominent approach to Moate Town.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 3.6CPO 3.15CPO 4.7CPO 4.11CPO 4.13CPO 8.136CPO 8.137CPO 8.140CPO 16.10CPO 16.11CPO 16.3

Decision Document Summary

Donrath Homes (Tang) Limited proposed a redesign of a previously permitted 4-unit development to instead provide 7 detached houses on a prominent infill site at Dublin Road, Moate, Co. Westmeath. While the principle of residential development was acceptable, Westmeath County Council refused permission because the increased density and 3-storey height resulted in a cramped, over-developed layout. The planning authority determined that the proposal failed to assimilate into its context, would nega...
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