Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of the site, resulting in inadequate private open space, unacceptable overlooking of neighboring properties due to its elevated position, and failure to demonstrate compliant surface water drainage.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development represents overdevelopment of the site that fails to retain an adequate area of functional private open space for the residents.
- The elevated floor level and window placement of the extension result in an unacceptable impact on the privacy and residential amenity of neighboring properties.
- The application failed to provide sufficient drainage calculations or SuDS design details to demonstrate compliance with sustainable water management policies.
Cited Policies (CDP)
NGB 6HOU 3413.8.3513.8.3713.9.20IU 19
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention and completion permission for a single-storey rear extension at 198 St Finians Park, Drogheda, a mid-terrace dwelling. Louth County Council refused the application primarily because the extension occupies a substantial portion of the rear garden, leaving less than a metre of clearance in some areas and failing to provide usable private amenity space. Additionally, the elevated nature of the structure causes significant overlooking issues for adjacent neighbors, and...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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