Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is deemed to be an insensitive design that is not in harmony with the character, form, or ridged roof profile of the existing dwelling, thereby harming the visual amenity of the streetscape within the Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The use of a flat roof on a building with a chalet-style ridged and tiled roof is architecturally inconsistent and fails to meet the development management standards requiring extensions to be in harmony with the existing structure.
- The dwelling occupies an elevated and visually prominent position in the streetscape, meaning the proposed massing and scale would be highly visible and detractive to the character of the Glebe Manor cul-de-sac.
- The development is contrary to specific policies in the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 aimed at protecting residential and visual amenities through appropriately scaled and sensitively designed domestic extensions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45Section 3.5.13.1Section 14.10.2Section 14.10.2.2Section 14.10.2.3Section 14.10.2.4
Decision Document Summary
The application at 2 Glebe Manor, Balrothery, involves the demolition of a rear sun lounge and the construction of a part two-storey, part single-storey extension to a large detached dwelling. The site is located in a small, exclusive cul-de-sac and sits within an Architectural Conservation Area. While the Inspector found that the proposal would not negatively impact the residential amenity of neighbors in terms of overlooking or overshadowing, the primary concern was the aesthetic impact. The I...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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