Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site, failing to meet minimum standards for site coverage, private amenity space, and off-street parking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development represents overdevelopment of a constrained site, characterized by excessive site coverage and insufficient setbacks from site boundaries.
- The layout fails to provide the required two off-street parking spaces and adequate private amenity space, falling short of basic residential development standards.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding the existing foul drainage network and the feasibility of connecting to public infrastructure without impacting neighboring properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Tramore Local Area Plan 2014-2020Waterford Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission to demolish a derelict dwelling and construct a new two-storey replacement house at Love Lane, Tramore, Co. Waterford. While the principle of a two-storey dwelling was considered acceptable on the residentially zoned land, the specific proposal was refused due to overdevelopment. The site's limited area resulted in excessive coverage, a lack of private open space, and inadequate parking. Furthermore, technical concerns regarding the existing sewerage layout and...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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