SD24B/0156

The development will consist/consists of (i) Demolition of single storey kitchen area to the rear of the house of some 9 sq.m, (ii) Construction of a new two- storey extension of some 158 sq.m within side garden to the west of the house and set back from the front facade, (iii) all ancillary works to facilitate the development

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Non-compliance with development standards for corner/side garden sites and negative impact on the visual and residential amenity of the area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal fails to meet the specific criteria for corner or side garden developments as outlined in Section 12.6.8 of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028.
  • The development is inconsistent with the South Dublin County Council House Extension Guide (2010) and is deemed to be visually obtrusive and out of character with the existing streetscape.
  • The project contravenes the 'RES' zoning objective, which aims to protect and improve residential amenity, and is therefore contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 12.6.8Zoning Objective 'RES'

Decision Document Summary

The application at 16 Broadfield Lawns, Rathcoole, proposed development including the demolition of a single-storey kitchen, likely to facilitate a new structure on a corner/side garden site. The local authority refused permission because the design failed to satisfy the requirements of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and the Council's House Extension Guide. The decision maker concluded that the proposal would be visually discordant with the surrounding dwellings and would fai...
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