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development which will consist of the construction of 6 No. two storey terraced dwelling houses, the alteration and extension of an existing semi-detached house, the provision of a new site entrance, access road, connection to the existing public foul sewer, a new mains water connection, an attenuation tank with an attenuated outflow to the existing public surface water system, modification of the existing footpath, the works will also include roads, footpaths, paving, parking, boundary treatments, ancillary structures including bin stores and all associated site development works to complete the development

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site, resulting in a cramped and substandard residential environment that is detrimental to road safety and the amenities of the area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The constrained shared surface access and orientation of the development fail to comply with DMURS requirements, posing a significant risk to public and road safety.
  • The layout represents overdevelopment of a restricted site, resulting in a cramped form with inadequate provision for public open space, refuse storage, and cycle parking.
  • The proposed design fails to integrate with the existing character of Grange Heights and would result in a poor residential environment that depreciates the amenity of the surrounding area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 16.35P-PROWCPO 16.12CPO 16.21P-RLD3P-POS1P-POS2

Decision Document Summary

Rosselwave Limited sought permission for the construction of six terraced houses and the alteration of an existing semi-detached dwelling on a 0.273ha site located between Grange Heights and Patrick Street, Mullingar. The site consists of former garden lands and is characterized by a linear, restricted configuration. Westmeath County Council refused the application on the grounds that the proposal constitutes overdevelopment, creating a substandard and cramped residential environment. Additional...
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