Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dormer extension is visually obtrusive, exceeds the ridgeline, and fails to comply with Appendix 17 of the Development Plan, negatively impacting residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The dormer extension is visually obtrusive and extends above the ridgeline, setting an undesirable precedent for oversized dormers in the area.
- The proposal fails to comply with the specific design guidance for dormer extensions as set out in Appendix 17 of the Dublin City Council Development Plan.
- The development is contrary to the Z1 zoning objective to protect and improve residential amenities and would negatively impact adjoining properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Appendix 17Z1 zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved an attic conversion with rear dormer windows and a roof-light at 28 Park Lane, Sandymount. Dublin City Council refused permission because the dormer was considered oversized and visually intrusive, specifically noting that it extended above the existing ridgeline. The planning authority determined that the design failed to meet the standards of Appendix 17 of the Development Plan and would set a negative precedent while harming the residential amenity of the Z1-zoned neighb...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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