Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused because its scale, density, and layout were deemed out of character with the existing residential pattern, leading to substandard residential amenity for future occupants and adverse impacts on neighboring properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed infill development of three dwellings is considered out of character with the established pattern of the area and would represent disorderly, substandard development that contravenes local planning policies.
- The scale and bulk of the proposal would result in significant adverse impacts on the privacy and light of adjoining residential properties and would negatively affect the visual amenity of the streetscape.
- The layout fails to provide a high-quality residential environment due to inadequate car parking, poor open space provision, and insufficient separation distances, resulting in a substandard form of development for future occupants.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy 11.6.3 of the Carlow County Development Plan 2015-2021Policy DBF P16Residential 1 Established lands zoning objectiveJoint Spatial Plan for the Greater Carlow Graiguecullen Urban Area 2012-2108
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the demolition of a dwelling and shed to construct three single-storey dwellings with roof-space accommodation at Rose Park, Glendale Avenue, Carlow. Located on lands zoned for established residential use, the application was refused by Carlow County Council. The primary reasons for refusal centered on the inappropriate density and scale of the development, which was found to be incompatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Additionally, the council deter...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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