Core Refusal Reason
The proposed storage shed and fencing are excessively high, resulting in a visually obtrusive and overbearing impact on the streetscape and neighboring residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The excessive height of the proposed storage shed, fencing, and gate piers would create a visually obtrusive and incongruous feature that detracts from the existing streetscape.
- The development would have an overbearing impact on adjacent properties and contravenes the 'RES' zoning objective which seeks to protect and improve residential amenity.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that would cumulatively harm the character and sustainable development of the surrounding area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RES zoning objectiveSouth Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the erection of an aluminium storage shed and associated fencing at 66 Rockfield Avenue, Perrystown. The local authority refused permission because the height of the structures was deemed excessive, leading to a significant negative visual impact on the streetscape and an overbearing presence for neighboring residents. The development was found to be inconsistent with the 'RES' zoning objective of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and was considered likely ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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