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Permission for construction of a detached two-storey dormer dwelling on the grounds of an existing house including all associated site works, permission to construct a new boundary wall between the new house and the existing house, permission to alter the existing front boundary wall to facilitate off street parking to both houses all to an existing dwelling house
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to sub-standard internal living standards and negative impacts on the character and amenities of the area, including breaking the established building line and overbearing impacts.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling provides sub-standard internal accommodation and unit size, failing to meet national minimum standards for sustainable communities.
- The development would be incongruous with the local pattern of development by breaking the established building line of Connolly Road.
- The siting of the dwelling would have an overbearing impact on the adjacent property to the south-east and set an undesirable precedent for the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
Holcon Asset Holding Limited sought permission for a detached two-storey dormer dwelling on the grounds of an existing house at 1 Connolly Place, Ballyphehane, Cork. The proposal included a new boundary wall and alterations to the front boundary for parking. Cork City Council refused the application because the internal layout failed to meet minimum standards for quality housing, and the building's placement would disrupt the established building line while negatively impacting the residential a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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