Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes inappropriate piecemeal backland development that infringes the established building line and is of poor architectural design quality, contrary to the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would constitute inappropriate piecemeal backland development that infringes upon the established building line and negatively impacts the character and pattern of development in the area.
- The design of the proposed dwelling is considered to be of poor quality and lacks attractive aesthetic character, failing to comply with standards for residential development set out in the County Development Plan.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable future precedent for similar substandard backland developments, which would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
SH POL 2SH POL 6SH POL 7SH POL 12SH POL 13DM POL 4DM OBJ 18DM POL 7DM POL 8DM OBJ 28DM OBJ 43Table 11.1Section 11.5.20 b)
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for the conversion, alteration, and extension of an existing domestic garage into a one-bedroom detached dwelling at Stadalt, Stamullen, Co. Meath. The site is located in an established residential area zoned 'A1'. Meath County Council refused the application primarily because the proposal was deemed inappropriate backland development that would disrupt the existing building line and established pattern of the neighborhood. Furthermore, the planning authority fo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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