Core Refusal Reason
The proposed detached outbuilding was refused due to its excessive scale, detached nature, and internal layout, which were deemed to conflict with County Development Plan objectives regarding domestic extensions and family flats.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed structure's detached nature and internal layout are inconsistent with the requirements for family flat extensions, which the Planning Authority considers the proposal to resemble, as such units must be integrated into the main dwelling.
- The scale of the one-and-a-half-storey building, measuring 111.6 sqm in floor area, is considered excessive and fails to harmonise with or respect the character of the existing 230 sqm dwelling.
- The development fails to adhere to the design standards for domestic extensions set out in the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, specifically contravening objective DM OBJ 50.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DM OBJ 49DM OBJ 50DM OBJ 51Section 11.5.24Section 11.5.25Section 11.5.26
Decision Document Summary
Patrick Flanagan sought permission for a 111.6 sqm detached one-and-a-half-storey outbuilding at Ginnets Great, Summerhill, Co. Meath, intended for uses including a garage, sensory room, gym, and office incidental to the main dwelling. The site is located in a rural area approximately 5.4 km from Trim. Meath County Council refused the application because the building's detached design, significant scale, and internal configuration were found to conflict with development plan policies governing d...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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