Core Refusal Reason
The proposal represents a haphazard form of development that deviates from the established linear pattern and would negatively impact residential amenities through overlooking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling represents a haphazard form of development that is contrary to the established linear pattern of development in the area.
- The development would negatively impact the residential amenities of the adjoining property to the north by virtue of overlooking.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments, which would be contrary to the proper planning and orderly development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 3.11CDP 13.3CDP 2.1CDP 8.4CDP 8.5
Decision Document Summary
David Barry applied for outline permission to construct a dwelling house, garage, and effluent treatment system at Knocknagoug, Quin, Co. Clare. Although the applicant satisfied rural housing policy criteria, the local authority refused permission on the grounds that the site configuration and positioning would result in a haphazard development pattern. The proposal was deemed to interfere with the established building line, pose a risk of overlooking to the adjacent northern residence, and esta...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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