Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes inappropriate backland development on a restricted site that is inconsistent with the local development pattern and would injure the residential amenities of neighboring properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is located on a restricted backland site that represents an inappropriate form of development inconsistent with the established pattern of infill housing in the cul-de-sac.
- The proposal would seriously injure the residential amenities of existing dwellings and create cumulative pressure for further unsustainable residential development to the rear of Ballinahinch Terrace.
- The site size is significantly smaller than other permitted developments in the vicinity, and the proposed building height of 6.2m is considered excessive for a single-storey dwelling in this context.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Ashford LAP - RE - Existing ResidentialCounty Development Plan 2016-2022 Chapter 3 - Settlement StrategyAppendix 1 - Development and Design Standards
Decision Document Summary
This application by Sheila Clarke sought permission for a 109sqm single-storey, three-bedroom dwelling on a 0.05ha backland site at Ballinahinch, Ashford, Co. Wicklow. The site is located within an area zoned 'Existing Residential' and is accessed via a shared laneway. Wicklow County Council refused the application, citing that the development would result in the 'shoehorning' of a house onto a restricted site, deviating from the prevailing pattern of development in the area. Furthermore, the pl...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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