Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is considered substandard backland development that fails to meet minimum residential design standards for apartments, provides inadequate access and parking, and poses significant traffic safety risks.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is substandard in design, failing to meet national and local requirements for internal storage, private/communal open space, and adequate natural light due to its proximity to boundary walls.
- The proposal constitutes inappropriate piecemeal backland development that would adversely impact the character of the area and set an undesirable precedent within the town centre.
- The existing site access via a narrow lane is insufficient for two-way traffic and presents significant safety risks to pedestrians and road users on the N55.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 4.68DMS 16.54DMS 16.55DMS 16.56DMS 16.59DMS 16.60DMS 16.78DMS 16.79
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention and completion of a partially constructed single-storey block of two studio-type apartments located on a backland site to the rear of Main Street, Lanesborough, Co. Longford. The Planning Authority refused permission primarily because the units are substandard in size and layout, lacking necessary amenity space and natural light. Furthermore, the development was deemed to have inadequate access and parking arrangements, creating significant traffic safety co...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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