Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is refused due to its bulky design, lack of integration with the existing dwelling and streetscape, and negative impact on the residential amenity of neighboring properties through overlooking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The bulky design of the extension is unsympathetic to the existing dwelling and would result in an unduly dominant feature on the rear and side streetscape.
- The development fails to integrate appropriately with its context and would negatively impact the residential amenity of the property to the rear via overlooking.
- The proposal would seriously injure the amenities and depreciate the value of property in the vicinity, contravening specific policies of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.2.4objective SPQHO45
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a new pitched roof extension at 57 The Crescent, Robswalls, Malahide. The local authority refused permission because the design was considered too bulky and dominant for its setting, failing to integrate with the existing streetscape. Additionally, the extension was found to cause overlooking issues for the property to the rear, thereby harming residential amenities and conflicting with Section 14.10.2.4 and objective SPQHO45 of the Fingal Development Pl...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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