Core Refusal Reason
The proposed mansard roof is an inappropriate, non-subordinate design that would be unduly dominant on the streetscape and fail to integrate with the existing terrace.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design is inappropriate relative to the existing dwelling and its context within the terrace, failing to present a sympathetic or subordinate form of development.
- The structure would appear as an unduly dominant feature on the front streetscape, failing to integrate appropriately with the surrounding environment.
- The development would be injurious to surrounding amenities and contrary to the specific design standards and objectives of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.2.5Objective SPQHO45
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a second-floor mansard roof structure at 35 Lissadel Wood, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the design was unsympathetic to the existing dwelling and its terraced context. It was determined that the addition would result in an unduly dominant feature on the streetscape that fails to integrate with the character of the area, thereby conflicting with Section 14.10.2.5 and Objective SPQHO45 of the Fingal Develop...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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