Core Refusal Reason
The proposal represents overdevelopment of a restricted backland site and poses a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed construction of two houses in a rear garden constitutes overdevelopment and a cramped form of backland development that would set an undesirable precedent.
- The development would materially contravene the residential zoning objective and specific policies PM44 and DMS44 of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023 by detracting from local residential amenity.
- The applicant failed to adequately demonstrate required sightlines, resulting in a potential traffic hazard and non-compliance with Objective DMS129.
Cited Policies (CDP)
PM44DMS44DMS129
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the demolition of existing outhouses and the construction of two dwellings on a backland site at No 1 Commons East, Drynam, Swords. Fingal County Council refused permission because the project was deemed a cramped overdevelopment of a restricted site that would negatively impact the residential character of the area. Furthermore, the proposal was found to be deficient in terms of traffic safety, as the necessary sightlines for the new development were not sufficiently de...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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