Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling's height, scale, and massing are incompatible with the existing residential context and adjoining structures, failing to meet infill development standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling fails to respect the height and massing of existing residential units in the surrounding area.
- The design is incompatible with adjoining structures regarding its overall scale and massing, violating specific infill development objectives.
- The development would set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate developments and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the county.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMSO31Objective DMSO32Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029
Decision Document Summary
This planning application proposed the replacement of a derelict shop and cottage located at Harbour Road, Loughshinny, Co. Dublin. The local authority refused permission because the proposed replacement dwelling's height, scale, and massing were considered excessive and out of character with the existing residential environment. The decision cited non-compliance with Fingal Development Plan objectives DMSO31 and DMSO32, concluding that the development would negatively impact the streetscape and...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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