Core Refusal Reason
The proposed renovation is excessive in scale and mass, failing to respect the character of the original cottage and the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The mass, bulk, and scale of the proposed development are considered excessive and unsympathetic to the original cottage's character.
- The design is visually incongruous and would negatively impact the visual amenities of the surrounding rural landscape.
- The proposal fails to comply with specific Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 policies regarding residential extensions and the retention of existing building stock.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45Policy HCAP22Objective DMSO190Table 14.26
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the renovation of a derelict cottage at Knockcross, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin, including the creation of new window openings. Fingal County Council refused the application because the proposed design was deemed too large and visually dominant relative to the original structure. The planning authority concluded that the development would undermine the character of the existing building and the local area, violating several key policies of the Fingal Development...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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