Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension's significant projection forward of the established building line on a prominent corner site would result in a visually obtrusive and incongruous development that harms the character of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The extension's projection forward of the building line on Holywell Dene is out of character with the existing dwelling and surrounding residential development.
- The development fails to respect its prominent corner setting, resulting in an aesthetically unsatisfactory and visually obtrusive form on the streetscape.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable precedent for similar developments that would cumulatively harm the visual and residential amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMS44Objective PM45Objective PM46RS Zoning Objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a single-storey side and rear extension to an existing dwelling at 10 Holywell Mews, Swords. Situated on a prominent corner site, the development was refused because it would extend significantly beyond the established building line of Holywell Dene. The planning authority determined that this would create an incongruous and visually obtrusive feature, conflicting with Fingal Development Plan objectives regarding residential amenity and design character,...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.