Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development's scale, height, and massing in close proximity to shared boundaries would result in an excessively overbearing appearance, negatively impacting the residential amenity of adjoining properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The two-storey dwelling's scale and massing are considered excessive given the constrained nature of the backland site.
- The proximity of the flank wall to neighboring boundaries would create a dominant and overbearing feature, particularly for residents of Ceol Na Mara.
- The proposal fails to protect the residential amenities of adjoining properties as required by the Sligo County Development Plan 2017-2023.
Cited Policies (CDP)
P-UHOU-4P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-3Section 5.2 Urban housingSection 13.3 Development StandardsSection 13.8.3 Entrances and sightlinesSligo County Development Plan 2017-2023
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a two-storey detached dwelling on a 0.1-hectare backland greenfield site at Colmcille Drive, Rosses Point, Sligo. While the principle of residential development was supported by the site's zoning and infill policies, the application was refused due to the dwelling's scale and positioning. The planning authority determined that the height and massing of the structure, combined with its proximity to shared boundaries, would create an excessively overbearing impac...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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