Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its excessive scale, design, and inadequate separation distances, which would result in a visually overbearing impact and significant loss of daylight to the neighboring property at No. 14 Goatstown Road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and proximity to the boundary would create a visually overbearing presence and cause a significant loss of daylight for the residents of No. 14 Goatstown Road.
- The proposal contravenes the site's specific zoning objective, which is intended to protect and improve residential amenity in the area.
- The development is considered injurious to the character of the vicinity and would likely depreciate the value of neighboring property, rendering it contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for extensions and alterations to an existing dwelling at 16 Goatstown Road, Dublin 14. The Planning Authority refused the proposal primarily because the bulk and positioning of the new structures were deemed incompatible with the site's context. The decision noted that the development would negatively impact the residential amenity of the adjacent property at No. 14 through overshadowing and an overbearing visual effect. Consequently, the project was found to ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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