Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would significantly reduce the private open space of the existing dwelling at No. 4 Father Angelus Park, resulting in a poor standard of residential amenity and failing to address previous refusal grounds.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal would significantly reduce the private open space associated with the existing dwelling at No. 4 Father Angelus Park, leading to a poor standard of residential amenity for its occupants.
- The applicant failed to adequately address previous reasons for refusal issued under planning reference P19/104 (ABP Ref-304415-19), particularly regarding the provision of open space and land ownership details.
- The development is considered contrary to the policies and objectives of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would be inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective SSO 13Section 3.0 (Urban Development (General))
Decision Document Summary
This application by Gibbons Building & Civil Engineering sought permission for a 182.96 sq.m two-storey dwelling at Father Angelus Park, Westport, Co. Mayo. The site has a complex planning history, including a previous refusal by An Bord Pleanála. Mayo County Council refused the application primarily because the development would unacceptably diminish the private open space of the adjacent property (No. 4 Father Angelus Park), thereby injuring residential amenities. Furthermore, the planner note...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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