Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is of an inappropriate scale and design for the constrained site, resulting in overbearing impacts and injury to residential and visual amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale, height, and design of the extension are unsuitable for the constrained nature of the subject site and the adjoining property to the south.
- The development would be overbearing and cause significant negative impacts on the residential amenities of future occupiers and the wider area.
- The proposal is contrary to specific residential and heritage policies of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 and the proper planning of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SPQHP4Objective SPQHO45Objective HCAO24Section 14.10.2.4Section 14.10.2.5
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a new first-floor extension to the rear of Hazel Cottage, a property located at 6 The Square, Skerries. The Planning Authority refused permission primarily because the development's height and design, combined with inadequate separation distances on a constrained site, would result in an overbearing structure. It was concluded that the extension would negatively impact the residential amenities of both the site's occupants and the surrounding area, faili...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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