Core Refusal Reason
The proposed first-floor rear extension was refused due to its incongruous visual impact on the streetscape and its significant adverse effects on the residential amenities of neighboring properties through overbearing and overshadowing.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The flat roof design and prominent visibility from Blackcourt Road would result in an incongruous addition that negatively impacts the visual amenity of the surrounding area.
- The 3.8-metre depth and proximity to mutual boundaries would cause significant overbearing, overshadowing, and domineering impacts on the adjoining properties at 14 and 16 Corduff Way.
- The development materially contravenes the 'RS' residential zoning objective and specific policies of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029, setting an undesirable precedent for similar developments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.2.4Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45RS Residential zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a first-floor rear extension at 15 Corduff Way, Dublin 15. The Planning Authority refused permission because the extension's design and scale were deemed incompatible with the existing character of the area, particularly when viewed from Blackcourt Road. Additionally, the depth and positioning of the structure were found to seriously injure the residential amenities of adjacent dwellings through overshadowing and overbearing impacts, thereby failing to c...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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