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amendments to the previously approved planning permission reg ref no. 21/1405, reg ref no. 17/1085 & ref no ABP-301577-18, the development comprises; 1) the addition of 2 no. dwelling units increasing the total new dwelling units on the site from 32 to 34. The proposed units will comprise of 2 no. 4 bed detached dwelling units, and all associated site works all on a site of c.3.705 hectares located at Kilbride Hill House (a protected structure, RPS ref 26

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would result in the loss of designated public open space and a primary pedestrian route, negatively impacting the character of the entrance, residential amenity, and pedestrian safety.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal involves the removal of public open space and a primary pedestrian route, which would significantly detract from the entrance to the scheme and compromise pedestrian safety.
  • The design and layout, including 2-meter high walls and long, narrow gardens, would create an undesirable alley-like entrance and provide poor-quality private amenity space.
  • The development would have a significant adverse impact on the character of the area and the setting of the protected structure due to the removal of mature trees and vegetation.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Bray Municipal District Local Area Plan 2018: Chapter 3 - Residential DevelopmentBray Municipal District Local Area Plan 2018: Chapter 9 - Built & Natural HeritageWicklow County Development Plan 2016-2022: Chapter 4 - HousingWicklow County Development Plan 2016-2022: Chapter 10 - HeritageWicklow County Development Plan 2016-2022: Appendix 1 - Development and Design Standards

Decision Document Summary

Kilbride Hill Limited sought planning permission for the addition of two 4-bedroom detached dwelling units at Kilbride Hill House, Herbert Road, Bray, a site containing a protected structure. The proposal intended to increase the total units on the site from 32 to 34. The application was refused because the proposed units were to be located on land previously designated as public open space and a primary pedestrian route. The planning authority determined that the development would negatively im...
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