Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to poor quality design that fails to meet national apartment standards, providing a substandard residential environment with inadequate light and amenity space, while also causing overlooking issues for neighboring properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal constitutes a substandard form of development that fails to comply with the 'Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments' and contravenes policies AP P1 and DP P3 of the County Development Plan.
- The internal layout, characterized by a single-aspect design and inadequate provision of natural light and private amenity space, fails to provide a high-quality residential environment for future occupants.
- The inclusion of new openings and balconies on the side elevation would result in unacceptable overlooking and visual intrusion, negatively impacting the amenities of adjoining properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
AP P1DP P3Section 12.8.9Carlow County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This application sought planning permission for the change of use of a first-floor storage area to a residential unit at No. 24 Dublin Street, Carlow, located within an Architectural Conservation Area. The proposal was refused by Carlow County Council primarily because the design was deemed substandard, failing to meet mandatory national apartment standards regarding floor areas, natural light, and amenity space. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the development would adversely...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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