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development consisting of the following: a) construction of 2 no. detached dwellings and associated garages, b) new vehicular entrance via Carraig Abhainn, c) demolition of existing stables building, d) all car parking, landscaping, boundary treatments, service connections and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development, specifically House No. 2, was refused due to its excessive scale, height, and elevated finished floor levels, which would result in an overbearing impact on adjacent properties and prejudice the development of neighboring zoned lands.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale and height of House No. 2, combined with finished floor levels significantly higher than adjacent dwellings in Carraig Abhainn, would create an unacceptable overbearing impact on existing residential amenities.
  • The proposed layout and siting would negatively impact the potential future development of adjacent lands to the south, which are also zoned for residential purposes.
  • The development is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it would be seriously injurious to the visual and residential amenities of the neighborhood.

Cited Policies (CDP)

P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-3P-UHOU-4Section 13.3Ballysadare Mini Plan 2017-2023

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for two detached dwellings and associated site works on a backland site at Carraig Abhainn, Ballisodare, Co. Sligo. Although the site is zoned for residential use and the principle of development was acceptable, the Planning Authority refused permission primarily due to the design of House No. 2. The inspector concluded that its three-storey height and elevated finished floor levels relative to neighboring houses would result in an overbearing impact and would also...
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