2460051

1. Demolition of existing sheds to rear of no5 and no5A comprising of 80.5msq. 2. 2 No. New four Bed Dormer style dwellings consisting of 196.5 sqm each. 3. Connection to all public services. 4. Provision sought to close vehicular entrance to no.5 and provide a new shared vehicular entrance via no.5A to facilitate the above. Together with all associated ancillary works to facilitate the above

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to its excessive scale and bulk leading to overlooking and overbearing impacts on adjacent properties, inadequate parking and turning arrangements, and the proposed construction over a public sewer.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed dwellings, by virtue of their scale, bulk, and proximity to boundaries, would result in significant overlooking and overbearing impacts, seriously injuring the residential amenities of adjoining properties.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that the site could accommodate sufficient car parking and turning space to allow vehicles to exit in forward gear, potentially creating a traffic hazard.
  • The proposal to construct dwellings over an existing public sewer is considered prejudicial to public health and contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.3CPO 6.4CPO 6.5CPO 6.21Appendix 1 Development Design StandardsRE Existing Residential Zoning ObjectiveSPPR 1

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for the demolition of existing sheds and the construction of two 4-bedroom dormer-style dwellings as backland development in the rear gardens of No. 5 and 5A Kilcoole Road, Greystones, including a new shared vehicular entrance. Wicklow County Council refused the application primarily because the scale and bulk of the houses would negatively impact the privacy and amenity of neighboring residents through overlooking and overbearing effects. Additionally, the plannin...
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