Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes overdevelopment of a constrained town-centre site, failing to provide adequate residential amenity for future occupants and negatively impacting the Ennistymon Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal represents overdevelopment of the site, characterized by excessive density and a significant shortfall in required private and communal open space.
- The internal design and layout would result in a substandard level of residential amenity for future residents, particularly regarding access to natural light and adequate ventilation.
- The proposed development would detract from the character, integrity, and visual amenity of the Ennistymon Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 4.14CDP 15.2Objective 15.5Appendix 1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to vary a previous grant (P21/185) to convert a building on Church Street, Ennistymon, into 10 self-contained residential units with co-living facilities. The site is situated within an Architectural Conservation Area. Clare County Council refused the application, citing overdevelopment, failure to meet minimum residential standards for future occupants, and the negative impact the intensification would have on the historic character of the town's streetscape....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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