Core Refusal Reason
The proposed first-floor balcony would result in the direct overlooking of the private open space of the neighbouring dwelling to the south, negatively impacting its residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The provision of a first-floor balcony would lead to the overlooking of the private open space to the rear of the neighbouring single-storey dwelling house to the south.
- Due to the setback of the dwelling under construction relative to the neighbouring property's rear building line, there is significant potential for direct overlooking despite the presence of a boundary hedgerow.
- The proposed development would negatively impact the residential amenity of the adjoining property and is therefore contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a minor amendment to a previously granted two-storey dwelling (Ref. 21/258) at Grangefertagh, Johnstown, Co. Kilkenny, to replace a permitted canopy structure with a first-floor balcony on the front (south-east) elevation. Although the design was considered acceptable as a minor change, Kilkenny County Council refused the application because the balcony's elevated position would facilitate direct overlooking of the private rear garden of the adjacent single-st...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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