Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site, resulting in a dwelling that is out of character with the established low-density pattern of the area and injurious to the residential amenities of both future and existing occupants.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed subdivision of the residential plot is considered overdevelopment that is out of character with the existing low-density pattern of the estate and would set an undesirable precedent for similar ad hoc development.
- The excessive footprint of the dwelling and its proximity to neighboring properties would result in inadequate private open space and overlooking, thereby injuring the residential amenities of both the proposed and adjacent dwellings.
- The proposed dual access arrangement and site layout are deemed substandard, potentially creating a traffic hazard and contravening specific development management standards and previous planning conditions for the estate.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Roscommon Town LAP 2014-2020 Chapter 6Roscommon Town LAP 2014-2020 Chapter 8Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028 Chapter 12Development Management Standard 12.6
Decision Document Summary
Brendan White sought permission to construct a new detached two-storey dwelling and associated works in the side garden of 11 Hyde Court, Roscommon. The site is located within a well-established, low-density housing estate. The application was refused because the planning authority determined that the proposal represented overdevelopment on a restricted site. Specifically, the development was found to be out of character with the area's established pattern, provided poor quality amenity for futu...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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