Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes a piecemeal and substandard form of backland development that would injure residential amenities and lacks sufficient information regarding water infrastructure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in a cramped, piecemeal layout that is out of character with the surrounding area and would likely cause overshadowing of the adjoining property.
- The proposal fails to provide necessary on-site parking, creating a dependence on public road parking and requiring access across a public amenity space.
- Insufficient information was provided to demonstrate that the proposed dwelling would not interfere with existing Irish Water infrastructure, posing a potential risk to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RE Existing ResidentialHD9HD2HD11
Decision Document Summary
The application sought outline permission for a 94.42sqm dormer bungalow in the rear garden of 48 Sugarloaf Crescent, Bray, involving site subdivision and the demolition of a garage. While infill development is acceptable in principle under the 'RE' zoning, the proposal was refused as it represents a substandard and cramped form of backland development. The decision was based on the negative impact on residential amenities through overshadowing, the lack of dedicated on-site parking, and the fai...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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