Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling represents overdevelopment of a cramped site that would result in a significant overbearing impact and loss of outlook for neighboring residents, contrary to zoning objectives and national guidelines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is considered cramped and out of character with the existing pattern of development in the surrounding area.
- The height, bulk, and proximity of the dwelling would create a significant overbearing effect and loss of outlook for the residential occupiers to the north.
- The proposal fails to comply with SPPR 1 of the Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Settlements Guidelines (2024) and would depreciate the value of property in the vicinity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission to dismantle an existing glasshouse and construct a new detached dwelling at South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. The planning authority refused the application on the grounds that the site is too constrained for the scale of the proposed building. It was determined that the height and bulk of the dwelling would negatively impact the residential amenity of the neighboring property to the north through an overbearing presence and loss of outlook. Consequently, the de...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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