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alterations including the provision of an additional floor within the envelope of the existing building, incorporate a new mansard-style roof extension with two velux style windows to the West, one velux style window to the North and one fixed window to the South and East and one rooflight

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed mansard-style roof extension would significantly detract from the architectural character and symmetry of the Victorian building, appearing incongruous in the streetscape and setting an undesirable precedent for inappropriate development.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The side roof extension would unbalance the symmetrical proportions and architectural features of the period Victorian building, which is currently well-preserved and contributes to the visual amenity of the streetscape.
  • The proposal would appear incongruous in the streetscape as similar buildings in the area have well-preserved roof profiles, and this type of extension is not a characteristic feature of the locality.
  • Granting permission would set a negative precedent for similar inappropriate developments that would be harmful to the character and architectural value of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.21CPO 6.25CDP Appendix 1 - Development Design Standards - 3.1.9

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for a 22sqm mansard-style roof extension and an additional floor within the envelope of a large two-storey detached Victorian dwelling at Oakdown Court, Bray. Although the Executive Planner initially recommended a grant, the Senior Executive Planner overturned this recommendation. The refusal was based on the building's significant architectural value and symmetrical design; the decision maker determined that the extension would distort the structure's scale and ma...
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