Core Refusal Reason
The proposed infill development was refused due to its incongruous design, prominent siting, and awkward relationship with the existing dwelling, which would negatively impact visual and residential amenities and fail to meet County Development Plan standards for infill housing.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and prominent siting of the proposed dwelling are inconsistent with the established character and appearance of the Rathclaren housing estate.
- The proposal creates an awkward relationship with the existing house regarding building lines, parking arrangements, and boundary treatments, leading to a haphazard development pattern.
- The layout provides poor-quality private amenity space and would result in overlooking, failing to protect the residential amenities of both the proposed and adjoining properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 6.21CPO 6.22CPO 6.25CPO 14.12Appendix 1 Section 3.1.6
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for a new detached two-bedroom, two-storey house on a corner site at 17 Rathclaren, Bray, Co. Wicklow. While the principle of infill development was acceptable, the proposal was refused because the design and siting were deemed incongruous with the surrounding estate. The Planning Officer concluded that the development would overwhelm the existing dwelling, provide substandard private open space, and create traffic safety issues through haphazard parking, ultima...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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