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the demolition of the existing single-story return and the construction of a new two-storey extension to the rear of the existing property. Existing site entrances and connections to all foul drains, storm water drains, and mains water are to remain unaltered. The development is to also include inter alia, all necessary alterations to the existing boundary walls, landscaping, site services and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed three-storey extension was refused due to its excessive bulk, scale, and massing, which would result in overshadowing and an overbearing impact on neighboring properties, alongside a failure to meet minimum separation distance requirements.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The design, bulk, and scale of the three-storey extension would negatively impact the residential amenity of the adjoining property at No. 13 Maudlin Vale through significant overshadowing and an overbearing visual appearance.
  • The proposal fails to comply with DM OBJ 18 of the County Development Plan as it provides only 18.5 metres of separation between opposing first-floor windows, falling short of the required 22-metre minimum.
  • The development is considered out of character with the established pattern of development in the area and would set an undesirable precedent for future substandard residential extensions that contravene the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 11.5.25DM OBJ 50DM OBJ 18DM OBJ 16INF POL 18INF POL 20

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved the demolition of a single-storey rear return and the construction of a three-storey extension to the rear of a semi-detached dwelling at 14 Maudlin Vale, Trim, Co. Meath. Although the site is zoned for residential use, the Planning Authority found that the extension's height and massing would cause a substantial loss of daylight and an overbearing impact on the adjoining property at No. 13. Additionally, the project failed to meet mandatory separation distances between opp...
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