Core Refusal Reason
The proposed first-floor extension's design and siting would negatively impact the residential amenities and property value of the adjacent site to the west through overlooking and overshadowing.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and siting of the proposed first-floor extension are considered unsuitable for the specific site context.
- The development would result in significant overlooking and overshadowing of the adjoining property to the west.
- The proposal is deemed injurious to residential amenities and contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
Philip & Maureen O'Sullivan sought permission for a rear extension to The Shebeen Bar on New Market Street, Caherciveen, to include nine ensuite bedrooms and accessibility improvements. Kerry County Council refused the application primarily because the first-floor extension's design and positioning would cause undue overlooking and overshadowing of the neighboring property to the west. Consequently, the development was found to be injurious to residential amenities, likely to depreciate property...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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