Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused because its form, layout, and design would be visually incongruous with the existing pattern of development in Drumnigh Wood. It was considered overdevelopment of a restricted site that would erode the unique low-density character of the area and fail to create a sense of harmony with adjacent dwellings, contrary to specific County Development Plan objectives for infill sites.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subdivision of the existing residential plot to accommodate a new dwelling does not reflect the established character or plot sizes of the surrounding low-density estate.
- The proposed dwelling would have a significant overbearing impact on the host property (No. 3) due to the restricted separation distance of approximately 1.2m from existing side windows.
- The development fails to meet the qualitative standards for infill and corner site development set out in Objectives DMS39 and DMS40 of the Fingal County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMS39Objective DMS40Objective DMS44Objective DMS29Objective DMS24Objective DMS28Objective DMS30Objective PM44Objective PM45Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a First Party appeal against the refusal of permission for a detached dormer dwelling in the side garden of No. 3 Drumnigh Wood, Portmarnock. The site is located within a high-quality private gated estate characterized by large detached houses on generous plots. While the Inspector notes that the site is zoned 'RS - Residential' where infill is supported in principle, the specific proposal is deemed inappropriate. Key issues include a previous refusal on the site for a simil...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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