Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused primarily due to its excessive scale and massing, which was deemed out of character with the surrounding residential area, leading to overdevelopment of a restricted site and potential traffic safety hazards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and massing of the two-storey dwelling are considered out of character with the established pattern of development in the vicinity.
- The proposed development represents an overdevelopment of a restricted site, which would negatively impact the residential amenity of neighboring properties.
- The proposed entrance and associated traffic movements would create a traffic hazard due to restricted sightlines and the nature of the Monaleen Road.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Limerick County Development Plan 2010-2016 (as extended)Section 10.4.1Policy CP 1
Decision Document Summary
The application (Ref: 21/1722) by Grace Doheny proposed a two-storey detached dwelling, garage, and new entrance at Newtown, Monaleen Road, Castletroy, Co. Limerick. The site is located in a suburban residential context. The proposal was refused by the local authority because it was considered an overdevelopment of the site that would be visually obtrusive and detrimental to the character and traffic safety of the area....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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