Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development's design, scale, and massing are incompatible with the established character of the Skerries Architectural Conservation Area and the predominantly single-storey streetscape of New Street.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and scale fail to complement the established single-storey character of the south side of New Street, resulting in a negative impact on the Skerries Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
- The proposal materially contravenes Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 objectives HCAO24 and DMSO32, which require sensitive design in heritage areas and consistency in infill development.
- The massing, roof profile, and finishing materials are inconsistent with the surrounding area, causing serious injury to the visual amenity and the proper planning of the locality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HCAO24Objective DMSO32
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the demolition of existing boundary walls and the construction of a detached four-bedroom dwelling at 25A New Street, Skerries, Co. Dublin. The site is situated within the Skerries Architectural Conservation Area (ACA), a context defined by a specific single-storey character on the south side of the street. The local authority refused permission because the proposed house's scale, height, and architectural treatment were deemed unsympathetic to this sensitive heritage context...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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