Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling is considered overbearing and visually dominant due to its scale, massing, and proximity to boundaries, which would negatively impact the streetscape and residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development's scale, massing, and proximity to boundaries would result in a visually dominant structure that creates an overbearing impact on adjacent properties and the streetscape.
- The proposal fails to comply with the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028 standards regarding corner/side garden sites and infill development.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable precedent for similar overdevelopment and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.5 Corner / Side Garden SitesSection 12.3.7.7 Infill
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the subdivision of an existing residential site at Lisheen, 31 Knocksinna Park, Dublin 18, to facilitate the construction of a new dwelling. The site is situated in a prominent position visible from Granville Road and Knocksinna Grove. The planning authority refused the application on the grounds that the proposed building's design and positioning would be visually intrusive and overbearing for neighboring residents. It was determined that the development would contravene spe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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