Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is located within the settlement boundary of Muff and is considered consistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, as it supports compact growth, provides an appropriate residential mix, and integrates with the established character without seriously injuring residential amenity or traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The density of 27 units per hectare is appropriate for a Layer 3 Rural Town and complies with national policies promoting compact urban growth.
- The two-storey design of the apartment blocks mirrors the scale and mass of existing houses in the area, ensuring visual compatibility and preventing significant overlooking or loss of daylight to adjacent properties.
- Sufficient in-curtilage parking and the inclusion of a new footpath system mitigate concerns regarding traffic congestion and pedestrian safety near the neighboring primary school.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Donegal County Development Plan 2018-2024 (as varied)Policy CS-P-4TV-P-6UB-O-2UB-P-4UB-P-6UB-P-7UB-P-10UB-P-11UB-P-12
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates a proposal for 4 apartments in 2 two-storey blocks on a 0.148 ha greenfield site in Muff, Co. Donegal. The site is located at the junction of Iskaheen Park and Iskaheen Road, opposite a primary school. The Inspector addressed third-party appeals centered on the development's density, 'apartment' format, and potential traffic impacts. The Inspector argued that the project aligns with the Donegal County Development Plan and ministerial guidelines by providing high-quality, co...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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