Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes haphazard backland development due to its lack of road frontage and siting behind an existing dwelling, which would negatively impact visual and residential amenities and set an undesirable precedent.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development lacks road frontage and is sited to the rear of an existing dwelling, constituting haphazard backland development in a rural area outside of lands zoned for residential development.
- The proposal would result in a significant loss of privacy and depreciation of value for the neighboring roadside property, thereby seriously injuring the residential amenities of the area.
- The development is not in keeping with the established pattern of development in the immediate rural area and would establish an undesirable precedent for similar unsustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 3.11CDP 8.25CDP 8.27CDP 13.3CDP 14.11CDP 17.4
Decision Document Summary
Marie-Clare Leamy sought outline planning permission for a new dwelling house, site entrance, and associated services at Knockaluskraun, Barefield, Ennis, Co. Clare. The site is located in a rural area designated as an 'Area of Special Control' under strong urban pressure. While the applicant was found to comply with rural housing policy (CDP 3.11), the application was refused primarily because the proposed siting behind an existing dwelling house constitutes backland development. The Planning A...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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