Core Reason for the Refused Part
The two-storey rear extension's height and scale cause unacceptable overshadowing and an overbearing impact on adjacent residential properties, violating the 'RES' zoning objective.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The height and extent of the two-storey rear extension along the side boundaries with nos. 87 and 83 result in unacceptable levels of overshadowing and an overbearing appearance.
- The development is contrary to the 'RES' zoning objective of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, which aims to protect and improve residential amenity.
- Granting retention would set an undesirable precedent for developments of a similar scale which would be cumulatively harmful to the residential amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028RES zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The application sought the retention of a two-storey rear extension, a front porch, and a canopy at 85 Birchwood Heights, Springfield, Tallaght. The planning authority issued a split decision, refusing the retention of the rear extension while granting the other elements. The refusal was primarily due to the extension's excessive scale and proximity to site boundaries, which caused significant overshadowing and an overbearing impact on neighboring properties. This was deemed a violation of the r...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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