Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension depth would result in an overbearing impact and adversely affect the residential amenity of neighboring properties, contrary to the Z1 zoning objective.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The increased depth of the first-floor rear extension would create an unacceptable overbearing impact on adjacent properties.
- The development would adversely affect the residential amenity of neighboring residents, failing to protect the quality of the local living environment.
- Granting permission would set a harmful and undesirable precedent that conflicts with the objective to protect and improve residential amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Z1 zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved increasing the length of a previously approved first-floor rear extension at Mont La Verna, 35 Bantry Road, Drumcondra. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the additional depth would lead to an overbearing presence and negatively impact the residential amenity of neighboring properties. Such development was considered a violation of the Z1 zoning objective, which aims to protect and improve residential amenities, and would set a negative preceden...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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