Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its excessive scale and design, which would result in visual obtrusion, overlooking, and a significant loss of residential amenity for neighboring properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and design of the dormer extension are visually obtrusive, out of character with the area, and contrary to the House Extension Design Guide.
- The proposal would result in adverse overlooking and a material loss of light, overshadowing, and an unacceptable sense of enclosure for the occupants of No. 61 and No. 64 Woodview.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that would cumulatively harm the residential and visual amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2016-2022House Extension Design Guide
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought to raise the ridge line of an existing dwelling at 62 Woodview, Lucan, to accommodate an attic conversion with a rear dormer extension. South Dublin County Council refused the application on the grounds that the structure's height and depth would be visually intrusive and incompatible with the established residential character. Additionally, the development was found to severely impact the privacy and daylight of adjacent properties, failing to meet the zoning objective to pr...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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