2674

alterations to front, sides and rear facades, conversion of existing attic over original house & new skylights to roof, new pitched roofed first floor extension to existing single-storey rear extension including new skylights & oriel windows and associated site works, all as described on the drawings

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed first-floor extension, due to its excessive scale, length, and the proximity of windows to the boundary, would result in undue overlooking, overshadowing, and an overbearing impact on neighboring residential amenities.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proximity of first-floor bedroom and bathroom windows to the eastern boundary would lead to significant direct and perceived overlooking of the private amenity space of the adjoining property.
  • The scale and length of the first-floor extension, at approximately 14.6 metres, is considered excessive, resulting in a visually intrusive and overbearing impact when viewed from neighboring gardens.
  • The development would cause an undue increase in overshadowing of the rear amenity space of the property to the west, failing to protect the residential amenities of the area as required by the County Development Plan.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.21SPPR1GDK 19

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for significant alterations and a first-floor extension to a single-storey dwelling at 5 Arch Villas, Greystones. While the principle of residential extension was acceptable under the 'Existing Residential' zoning, the proposal was refused due to the excessive 14.6-metre length of the first-floor element and the close proximity of habitable room windows to the site boundaries. The Senior Planner concluded that the design would result in unacceptable overlooking...
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