Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to inappropriate design and scale that fails to remain subservient to the original dwelling, alongside insufficient technical information regarding wastewater management, surface water drainage, and traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extensions are excessive in scale and massing, failing to appear subservient to the host dwelling and negatively impacting the visual and residential amenity of the area.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate technical details regarding wastewater treatment and surface water drainage, posing a potential risk to public health.
- Insufficient information was submitted concerning the design of the relocated driveway entrance, creating a potential traffic hazard and endangering public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45Objective DMSO200Objective IUO4Objective IUO9Objective DMSO115Objective DMSO118
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for alterations and extensions to an existing dwelling at Adamstown, Garristown, Co. Dublin. The proposed development involved significant extensions to the north, south, and east of the property. Fingal County Council refused the application because the design was deemed overbearing and non-subservient to the original structure, violating local development policies regarding residential extensions. Furthermore, the application lacked critical technical data re...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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