Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development, by reason of its scale and mass, is visually obtrusive and out of character with the host dwelling and the vernacular streetscape, failing to protect the character of the Architectural Conservation Area and setting a negative precedent for inappropriate development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The increased height of the as-built extension (470mm higher than permitted) results in a scale and mass that is not in visual harmony with the host dwelling and creates a jarring impact on the original roof profile.
- The development fails to respect the character of the Architectural Conservation Area, specifically the vernacular streetscape of single-storey houses with modest extensions below eaves height.
- Granting retention permission would set an unacceptable precedent for cumulative minor works that would be detrimental to the architectural integrity and uniformity of the designated area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective Policy HCAP14Strategic Objective 12Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45Policy HCAP8Policy HCAP15Objective HCAO24Objective DMSO186Section 14.10.2Section 14.10.2.2Section 14.10.2.5Table 14.24
Decision Document Summary
This appeal seeks retention permission for a single-storey side and rear extension that was constructed 470mm higher than previously approved under Reg. Ref. F20B/0303. The site is located at 31 Back Road, Malahide, within the 'The Bawn, Parnell Cottages & St. Sylvester's Villas Architectural Conservation Area' (ACA), which is characterized by modest single-storey cottages. The Inspector noted that the unauthorized height increase causes the parapet to encroach into the lower roof profile of the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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