Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is for a detached granny flat, which contravenes the Offaly County Development Plan requirement that such units must be attached and internally linked to the main dwelling.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development contravenes Development Management Standard DMS-56/MDS-56 of the Offaly County Development Plan 2021-2027, which requires granny flats to be attached to the existing dwelling.
- The unit is entirely detached from the main house and lacks the required internal link, failing to ensure it is an integral part of the main dwelling unit capable of reintegration.
- Granting permission for a detached self-contained unit in this context would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
12.4.2 Existing ResidentialLUZO-03DMS-56MDS-56
Decision Document Summary
David Bryant sought retention permission for a granny flat located to the rear of an existing bungalow at Adams Villas, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. The site is zoned 'Existing Residential' and is situated in a mature residential area. While internal reports from the Area Engineer and Environment section raised no objections, the planning authority refused the application because the structure is entirely detached from the primary residence. This layout violates specific County Development Plan standa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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