Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to excessive scale and poor design of the extension and dormer, leading to significant overshadowing of neighboring properties and non-compliance with visual amenity, drainage, and development plan standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dormer design is overly dominant and fails to meet the dimensional and glazing requirements of the County Development Plan, adversely affecting the area's visual character.
- The application lacked essential technical documentation, including a comprehensive daylight and shadow analysis and a SuDS-compliant surface water drainage strategy.
- The scale of the two-storey extension would result in significant overshadowing and loss of light for adjoining properties, contravening residential zoning objectives and proper planning principles.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMS41RS zoning objectiveSection 14.10.2.4Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved a two-storey side and rear extension and a change in roof profile at No. 24 Charnwood Park, Clonsilla. Fingal County Council refused permission because the development's scale and design were considered overbearing and contrary to specific development plan objectives. The Planning Authority determined that the extension would cause unacceptable overshadowing to neighboring homes and that the applicant failed to provide sufficient information regarding daylight impacts and s...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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