Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its overbearing impact on neighboring properties, loss of privacy from a proposed balcony, and inadequate internal daylighting.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed first-floor balcony and winter garden would result in an overbearing impact and a detrimental loss of privacy for adjoining residents through overlooking.
- The internal layout fails to provide adequate daylight and sunlight to the proposed first-floor bedroom, stairs, and landing areas.
- The development would negatively affect the residential amenities and property values in the vicinity, failing to comply with the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This planning application proposed the construction of a first-floor side extension to an existing dwelling at 2 Fancourt Road, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. The local authority refused permission because the design, specifically the inclusion of a balcony/winter garden, was deemed overbearing and harmful to the privacy of neighboring occupiers. Additionally, the Planning Authority found the internal design substandard regarding natural light penetration for the new living spaces, concluding that the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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