Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development's excessive scale, massing, and design would result in a visually dominant and overbearing structure that negatively impacts the streetscape and neighboring residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The cumulative scale and bulk of the design would create a visually dominant presence on the Knocksinna Park streetscape.
- The development would have an overbearing impact on the adjacent property at No. 11 Knocksinna Park, harming its residential amenity.
- The proposal fails to comply with Section 8.2.3.4 (i) of the County Development Plan regarding extensions to dwellings and would depreciate property values in the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 8.2.3.4 (i)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for demolition works at 9 Knocksinna Park, Dublin 18, as part of a proposed redevelopment. The Planning Authority refused permission primarily due to the substantial scale, massing, and layout of the proposal. It was determined that the development would be visually intrusive within the established streetscape and would negatively affect the residential amenities of the neighboring property at No. 11. Consequently, the proposal was found to be in breach of the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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