Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes overdevelopment that is out of character with the rural village setting and poses a traffic hazard due to an inadequate layout and parking arrangement.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development's density and layout are out of character with the existing pattern of the village and fail to reinforce the core's form or sense of place.
- The proposal represents overdevelopment of the site and fails to comply with specific development objectives (Ballinameen DO 1) promoting quality low-density residential development.
- The indicative layout and perpendicular parking arrangements for certain units would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety on the adjoining public road.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 2.6Section 4.2Section 12.6Policy Objective TV4.1Policy Objective TV4.3Ballinameen DO 1Section 3.6Section 12.24Table 12.1Table 12.2
Decision Document Summary
Marc and Nicole Cunningham sought outline permission for 11 residential units (7 detached and 4 semi-detached) at Knockglass, Ballinameen, Co. Roscommon. While the site is within the serviced village boundary, the Planning Authority refused permission because the proposal was deemed overdevelopment that failed to respect the rural character of the area. Additionally, the proposed site layout and parking arrangements were found to be insufficient, potentially creating traffic hazards for the publ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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