Core Refusal Reason
The application was deemed deficient due to non-compliance with car parking standards and a lack of detailed plans and material specifications for the existing and proposed structures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a car parking proposal that complies with the standards set out in Table 12.1 of the Roscommon County Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The submission lacked necessary floor plans and elevation drawings of all existing buildings and structures on site, preventing a comprehensive assessment of the development.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the specific construction materials for the proposed external staircase, which is required to evaluate its visual impact and integration with the existing streetscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CS 2.6CS 2.7Table 12.1Table 12.2Appendix 4Chapter 2 - Core Strategy and Settlement policyChapter 3 - People, Places and HousesChapter 4 - Towns and VillagesChapter 12 - Development Management Guidelines and StandardsSustainable Rural Housing Guidelines for Planning Authorities
Decision Document Summary
Biesty Construction Ltd proposed a first-floor extension to an existing building on Main Street, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon, to create a second one-bedroom apartment with an external rear staircase. Although the project aligns with core strategy policies for brownfield infill development, the planning authority found the application lacked critical information. The proposal was refused (or recommended for further information) because it did not meet car parking requirements, failed to include ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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