Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension was refused due to its excessive scale, bulky design, and lack of architectural merit, which would result in an unsympathetic and dominant feature that negatively impacts the visual amenities of the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The extension's scale and bulky design lack architectural merit and fail to provide a sympathetic addition to the existing dwelling.
- The development would create an unduly dominant feature on the rear roof slope, failing to integrate with the rearward setting.
- The proposal would be seriously injurious to the visual amenities of the surrounding rear gardens and contravenes specific development plan policies.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy 14.10.2.4Objective SPQHO45
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a first-floor extension to the rear of a residential property at 6, The Gables, Strand Road, Sutton. Fingal County Council refused the proposal on the grounds that the extension's scale and bulky design were unsympathetic to the existing house. The planning authority determined that the structure would be an overly dominant feature on the roofline, failing to integrate with its surroundings and negatively impacting the visual character of neighboring garden...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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