Objections to planning

ThumbTaxed

Hi there,

We bought a house 11 years on a corner sight, a 3 bed semi with garage converted, so we could build on one day. Fortunately we not have the money so we applied for planning, a generic extension over the garage job like probably about 50 houses in the estate.

Our neighbour to the front successfully objected due to loss of privacy, even though her reasons were poor and discounted by our architect it was still upheld.

Now we put a frosted window in the front over the garage to alievate that issue with a side window facing the garden.

I see just now she is again objecting and I can predict, this being Ireland, they will refuse.

Problem is that we can't upgrade our house and we have 3 growing children so when does common sense prevail here. The woman herself has issues, she doesn't work and is just a bitter sad woman who is willing to sabotage our future over very trival matters.

When can one do here? Id like to meet the council to explain the circumstances but I understand that isn't an option.

I am not into politics but would a local politician help?

This is causing serious stress, the house is too small the way it is and we are in negative equity so moving out etc ain't an option.

It really is unfortunate that one person's bitterness outweighs the desires of 5 people, ie myself, the husband and 3 kids.

mad m

So there is a number of same extensions in area you would like to follow? I think you can lodge an appeal and highlight this.

sydthebeat

If the council upheld this person's objections, it's up to you and your designer to resolve the problems.

It sounds like they haven't if they still have a situation where they have a side window overlooking a garden.

Some innovative design could solve your problems

Calahonda52

ThumbTaxed wrote: »

.... The woman herself has issues, she doesn't work and is just a bitter sad woman who is willing to sabotage our future over very trival matters.....

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It really is unfortunate that one person's bitterness outweighs the desires of 5 people, ie myself, the husband and 3 kids....

This is some of the most personally disparaging commentary I have read on another human being on Boards in a long time.

The fact is these observations are just your opinion.

So, she is sub human, with less rights, because she does not work.

Likewise because she has "issues".

:mad:

ThumbTaxed

Calahonda52 wrote: »

This is some of the most personally disparaging commentary I have read on another human being on Boards in a long time.

The fact is these observations are just your opinion.

So, she is sub human, with less rights, because she does not work.

Likewise because she has "issues".

:mad:

Context pal. She has issues is separate to not working. She does have issues. Anyone taking photos of someones car when parked on a public kerb is a little odd to me.

I think living beside someone for 11 years gives me more insight to you.

Doop

It could also be said if the council upheld the objections they should be considered to be legitimate concerns.

Have you a link to any drawings where people could offer opinions possible options..

Vim Fuego

I've seen plenty of examples where, despite objections, planning was granted. It sounds like there was an overlooking window facing the boundary in your design there was an issue with your design which would have led to refusal anyway even without objections. As long as you adhere to planning guidelines, you should be fine. The planners will take objections into account but an objection does not mean automatic refusal.

Edit: I re-read the OP, sounds like it's the neighbour across the street so it's not a window overlooking the boundary which is the issue. Still, the council should have stated their problems with your design in the decision letter so that's your starting point.

An old manager of mine had a spectacular campaign of objections against his plans for his house renovation/extension. His first application was (rightly) refused and there were many objections, he applied again with amended plans, more objections, then when he was (rightly) granted permission, the neighbours appealed to An Bord Pleanala which adds months on to the whole process. ABP approved his plans and he was able to go ahead but it took 1.5+ yrs to get to that point.

TaurenDruid

Terrible when people are completely negative, disparaging and bitchy for no particular obvious reason, isn't it?

Talk to her, see is there a compromise that'd work.

Or convert your attic.

Or use the converted garage as a 4th bedroom.

Calahonda52

ThumbTaxed wrote: »

Context pal. She has issues is separate to not working. She does have issues. Anyone taking photos of someones car when parked on a public kerb is a little odd to me.

I think living beside someone for 11 years gives me more insight to you.

Still your opinions, nothing more, no basis in fact.

Parking on a public kerb, possibly blocking the footpath: yep just do it, fcuk everyone else

covey09

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italodisco

Calahonda52 wrote: »

Still your opinions, nothing more, no basis in fact.

Parking on a public kerb, possibly blocking the footpath: yep just do it, fcuk everyone else

That gluten free gender fluid latte really got you triggered today

BryanF

and we’ll leave it there. Thanks.

Back to the OP

Effects

Where are you based? Have you thought about hiring a planning consultant?