Planning permission objection

Shewhomustbe...

Hi,

How do you go about lodging an objection to planning permission?
Just found out our neighbours plan on building a large garage and storage area along the side of their/our property close to the houses. From a cursory look at the planning application this appears to be similar to the ones a couple of other neighbours have and let's just say in Dublin they'd be considered a decent sized house 😉
The location they want to build it, apart from being an eye sore, will also block light during the morning, their house is located East of mine.

Any comments or advice would be greatly appreciated.

DOCARCH

Have a look at your local authority website (planning section). There should be guidance on making a 'submission/observation' there.

Very simply, all you need to do is write a letter, addressed to the planning department of your local authority and quoting the relevant planning reference ref/no., outlining your concerns, and, pay a fee of E20.

DOCARCH

Also...useful guide here: http://www.environ.ie/en/Publications/DevelopmentandHousing/Planning/FileDownLoad,1584,en.pdf

Calahonda52

when filing the objection only use valid factual arguments: for example: on what basis do you think you have a right to light?

BoatMad

Calahonda52 wrote: »

when filing the objection only use valid factual arguments: for example: on what basis do you think you have a right to light?

There are restrictions on how close buildins can be , but there is no specific right to light. You have no right to be able to sunbathe in direct sunlight for example.

You will not succeed if that is the primary objection

if the structure is out of proportion to its surroundings, you may be able to argue along the lines of the "visual amenity" arguments. Or you may find that there is a specific technical contravention , again thats good grounds

e similar to the ones a couple of other neighbours

Again, a clear president has been established , so again , argument will be difficult.


I would suggest that rather then objecting you discuss it with you neighbour, a formal objection, most likely not accepted, then can sour your relationship with your neighbour.

db

As others have said above your objection will need to outline valid planning reasons why the development should not be allowed. Just because you object to it doesn't mean the permission will be refused.
If you are really against it I suggest you get a planning consultant to prepare the submission for you as they will be able to show how it is in breach of planning law if it is. A consultant will cost you a lot more than €20 but it may be worth it.