2360098

1) Construction of 7 new houses: 5 number 3 storey, 4-bedroom with study, detached houses; 1 number 2-bedroom, 2 storey, semi-detached house and 1 number 3 storey, 4-bedroom with study, semi – detached house, 2) New vehicle entrance, 3) Reduction in garden, minor modifications to the side and rear elevations and removal of the single storey storage room to the rear of the existing dwelling 'High Grounds, Blacklion' , 4) Connection to public services, 5) All associated landscaping, boundary walls and site works,

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to overdevelopment of a restricted site, resulting in significant overbearing impacts, loss of privacy, and substandard residential amenity, alongside the creation of a traffic hazard due to inadequate access and sightlines.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site, leading to significant overbearing impacts, loss of privacy, and inadequate sunlight/daylight for both existing and future residents.
  • The design fails to provide a high-quality residential environment or a positive interface with the streetscape, being contrary to several County Development Plan objectives regarding infill development.
  • The proposed vehicular access is substandard, lacking sufficient sightlines and width for safe pedestrian and refuse vehicle movement, thereby creating a traffic hazard.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.3CPO 6.4CPO 6.5CPO 6.16CPO 12.56CPO 12.57CPO 12.8Chapter 4 - Settlement StrategyChapter 6 - HousingChapter 12 - Sustainable TransportTable 6.1 Density StandardsAppendix 1 - Development and Design Standards

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for 7 new houses and a new vehicular entrance at High Grounds, Blacklion, Greystones, Co. Wicklow. The site is a restricted infill location characterized by significant level differences. Wicklow County Council refused the application because the scale and height of the dwellings would result in an overbearing impact and loss of privacy for neighboring properties. Furthermore, the proposed gardens were deemed substandard in depth and sunlight access, and the narrow...
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