Core Refusal Reason
Overdevelopment of a restricted site resulting in substandard residential amenity and negative impacts on neighboring properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site, providing insufficient quality private open space for future occupants.
- Inadequate separation distances would result in overbearing and overshadowing impacts, seriously injuring the residential amenities of neighboring properties.
- The development is contrary to the Z1 zoning objective and specific policies of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, setting an undesirable precedent.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Z1 zoning objectiveSection 15.13.2Section 15.13.4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a single-storey, one-bedroom detached dwelling on a site to the rear of 65A Northway Estate, Finglas. Dublin City Council refused the application on the grounds that it represented overdevelopment of a constrained site. The planning authority determined that the scheme would provide substandard private open space and negatively impact the residential amenities of the vicinity through overshadowing and overbearing effects. Ultimately, the proposal was found to b...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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