Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is refused due to its excessive scale, design, and layout, which fail to integrate with the existing single-storey dwelling and its context within a highly sensitive landscape, thereby setting an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale of the first-floor element and the 5-metre wide dormer window fail to have regard for the character and form of the original dwelling, appearing incongruous and dominant.
- The development would be visually obtrusive from the R127, a designated scenic route, causing unacceptable harm to the integrity and distinctiveness of a highly sensitive landscape.
- While other technical matters such as wastewater treatment and residential amenity are satisfactory, the proposal fails to meet the sensitive design standards required by the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45Section 14.10.2Section 14.12.13Section 14.10.2.5Section 9.6.14Section 9.6.15Policy GINHP26Objective GINHO59Objective GINHO60Objective DMSO128Objective DMSO140Objective DMSO200Objective DMSO241Section 14.20.3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a substantial single and two-storey rear extension (c. 250 sq.m) to an existing modest 87 sq.m single-storey bungalow located in a rural 'RU' zone in Skerries, Co. Dublin. The Inspector notes that while the principle of extending the dwelling is acceptable, the proposed scale—specifically the addition of a first floor that is approximately 2 metres higher than the original ridge—overwhelms the host structure. The design features a large zinc-clad dormer ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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