Core Reason for the Refused Part
The proposed granny flat fails to demonstrate a specific family need and lacks physical integration with the main dwelling, thereby materially contravening Objective DMS43 of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence demonstrating a specific family need for the proposed family flat.
- The proposed conversion lacks a direct internal link to the primary dwelling and features an independent front door, failing to meet the criteria for ancillary accommodation.
- The development would materially contravene the standards set out in the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023 and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMS43
Decision Document Summary
The application sought planning permission for works at Baldwinstown, Garristown, Co. Dublin, involving the demolition of existing structures and the conversion of an outbuilding into a fully serviced granny flat. While the Planning Authority issued a split decision granting permission for the primary works, the granny flat element was refused. The refusal was primarily due to the lack of demonstrated family necessity and the design's failure to provide an internal connection to the main house, ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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