Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is of excessive scale and depth with an awkward roof design that would be visually dominant and out of character with the existing terrace.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The two-storey extensions are excessive in scale and depth beyond the rear building line, resulting in a visually dominant and overbearing structure.
- The roof design of the side extension is considered awkward and incongruous with the prevailing character of the terrace and residential development in the area.
- The development would be seriously injurious to the visual amenity of the streetscape and would set a damaging precedent for future planning decisions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.1(iii)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a two-storey flat roof extension to the rear and side of a residential property at 37 Churchtown Road Lower, Dublin 14. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the massing and depth of the extension were excessive, and the design was incompatible with the character of the existing terrace. It was determined that the development would negatively impact the visual amenity of the area and fail to comply with Section 12.3.7.1(iii) of the Dún...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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