Core Refusal Reason
The development is considered an inappropriate use in a residential area that would adversely impact the amenities of adjacent dwellings and is contrary to the site's zoning objective.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development's use and proximity to adjacent dwellings are incompatible with the established residential character and pattern of development in the area.
- The proposal would result in an adverse impact on residential amenities and a depreciation of property values, specifically regarding noise and home-based economic activity guidelines.
- The retention of the facility is contrary to the 'Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods' zoning objective and Objective 9.20 of the current City Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Paragraph 11.149Paragraph 9.33Zoning objective ZO 01 'Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods'Objective 9.20Cork City Development Plan 2022
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a dog walking and dog day care centre located within a disused shed and builders yard at Belmont, Rochestown, Co. Cork. The proposal was refused by Cork City Council as it was deemed an inappropriate form of development that would seriously injure the residential amenities of neighboring properties. The decision noted that the use is contrary to the 'Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods' zoning objective and specific policies regarding noise and ho...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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