Core Refusal Reason
Failure to justify demolition over retrofit and poor architectural integration with the existing neighborhood character.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide any evidence or justification for the demolition and replacement of the dwelling, neglecting the policy preference for deep retrofitting and building reuse.
- The proposal does not demonstrate compliance with County Development Plan policies regarding the adaptation of existing housing stock and sustainable building practices.
- The design features, massing, and detailing of the proposed extension and modifications are considered incompatible with the prevailing character of the Foxrock area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.9Policy Objective CA6Policy Objective PHP19
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for the partial demolition, modification, and extension of an existing dwelling at 42 Joyce Avenue, Foxrock. The planning authority refused the development because the applicant provided no justification for the demolition or commentary on the condition of the parent dwelling, thereby failing to meet 'deep retrofit' and building reuse objectives. Furthermore, the proposed design and massing were deemed to be poorly integrated with the surrounding architectural c...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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