Core Refusal Reason
Substandard private open space provision due to poor quality, fragmented layout, and lack of sunlight.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The restricted site size and configuration result in a fragmented private open space layout consisting of two small, separate courtyards.
- The north-facing orientation of the proposed courtyards would lead to a significant lack of access to sunlight, rendering the space poor quality.
- The development would fail to meet attainable residential standards and would seriously injure the residential amenities for future occupants.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a single-storey rear extension at 26 Malone Gardens, Sandymount, Dublin 4. The application was refused by the local authority primarily due to the inadequate provision of private open space. The proposed layout, featuring two small, north-facing courtyards, was deemed to be of poor quality and lacking sufficient sunlight. Consequently, the development was considered substandard and detrimental to the residential amenities of the dwelling's occupants, rep...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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