Core Refusal Reason
The proposed pitched roof would create an overbearing structure and a heightened sense of enclosure, negatively impacting the residential amenity of the adjacent property.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed change from a flat roof to a pitched roof with a ridge height of 5.5m would result in an overbearing structure due to its proximity to the neighboring residential dwelling.
- The development would create a heightened sense of enclosure and overshadowing, leading to serious adverse impacts on the residential amenity of the adjacent property owner.
- The proposal is considered an inappropriate form of development that detracts from existing residential amenities and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Tramore Local Area Plan 2014-2020 Policy [R2.4]
Decision Document Summary
Tommy Farrell sought planning permission to replace an existing flat roof with a pitched roof (5.5m ridge height) on a 319sqm storage shed/workshop at Waterford Road, Tramore, Co. Waterford. The site is zoned 'Existing Residential' under the Tramore Local Area Plan. Although the footprint remained unchanged, the Planning Authority refused the application because the increased height and proximity to the rear boundary of neighboring cottages would create an overbearing impact and a sense of enclo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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