Core Refusal Reason
The proposed two-storey extension was refused due to its excessive height, scale, and design, which would result in the overdevelopment of a compact site and negatively impact neighboring residential amenities through overlooking and overbearing appearance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension, projecting 5.85m from the rear, is considered dominant and overbearing, failing to integrate harmoniously with the existing dwelling or address previous refusal reasons cited by An Bord Pleanála.
- The development would result in the overdevelopment of a compact residential site and cause a significant loss of privacy for adjacent properties due to overlooking from the proposed two-storey structure.
- The proposal is contrary to the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, specifically DM OBJ 50, and would set an undesirable precedent for piecemeal development that injures the character of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.5.25DM OBJ 50Zoning Objective A1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a two-storey side and rear extension to a semi-detached house at 3 Dunloe Park, Navan, to accommodate additional living space and bedrooms. The site is located in a high-sensitivity landscape area zoned for existing residential use. Meath County Council refused the application, determining that the scale and design of the extension would be dominant and overbearing on a compact site. The Planning Authority concluded the proposal would fail to integrate with th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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