Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension's scale and proximity to the boundary would result in an incongruous development that negatively impacts neighboring residential amenities through overlooking and loss of privacy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and positioning of the extension, specifically its proximity to the boundary wall, are considered incongruous within the existing setting.
- The development would adversely affect the residential amenities of adjacent properties by causing undue overlooking and a significant loss of privacy.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate developments and contravene the Wexford County Development Plan 2013-2019.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 18.13.1
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for an extension and alterations to a dwelling at Chambersland, New Ross Rural. The local authority refused the proposal primarily because its scale and location—situated within 5.5 meters of the boundary—were deemed incompatible with the site's context. The decision noted that the development would lead to unacceptable overlooking and privacy loss for neighboring residents, thereby failing to comply with Section 18.13.1 of the Wexford County Development Plan a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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