Core Refusal Reason
The retention of the first-floor deck was refused due to significant overlooking of adjacent private amenity space and its incongruous design which is out of character with the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The elevated nature of the deck results in direct and significant overlooking of the private amenity space of the adjoining residential property to the north.
- The structure is considered out of character with the established pattern of development in the vicinity of Main Street, Ballylanders.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that negatively impact residential and visual amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Limerick Development Plan 2022-2028Policy DM R 3 (Domestic Extensions)
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention permission for a first-floor deck, a ground-floor storage area, and fenestration changes at a property on Main Street, Ballylanders, Co. Limerick. The proposal was refused by the local authority primarily because the elevated deck causes unacceptable overlooking of neighboring private gardens, thereby injuring residential amenity. Additionally, the development was found to be visually inconsistent with the local character and would set a negative precedent for fu...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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