Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to unacceptable overlooking of adjacent residential properties and inadequate, unsafe vehicular access via an existing greenway.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would result in significant overlooking of the private amenity spaces of neighboring residential properties to the north, contrary to Section 4.5.5 of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with Part 7.0 (Roads and Parking) of the Development Plan, as the proposed access utilizes a greenway restricted to pedestrians and cyclists.
- The proposed vehicular access arrangements are considered inadequate and would create a traffic hazard, thereby endangering public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.5.5 OverlookingPart 7.0 Roads and ParkingMCDP 2022-2028Westport Town and Environs Development Plan 2010-2016SSO13
Decision Document Summary
Sandra King applied for permission to construct a single split-level dwelling and shed on a 0.125ha triangular site at 'The Cattlepass' off Altamount Street, Westport. Although the site is zoned for residential development, the proposal was refused by Mayo County Council. The primary grounds for refusal were the negative impact on the residential amenity of neighboring houses through overlooking and the lack of safe vehicular access, as the proposed entrance relied on an existing greenway which ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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