Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension's excessive scale, bulk, and full site coverage would result in significant overlooking and overshadowing of neighboring properties, combined with a lack of adequate private amenity space for future occupants.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The bulk, height, and full site coverage of the two-storey extension would cause unacceptable overlooking of the property to the west and overshadowing of adjoining sites to the north and south.
- The development would intrude on the privacy of neighboring residents and seriously injure the residential amenities or depreciate the value of existing dwellings in the vicinity.
- The failure to provide a private amenity area to the rear of the dwelling house would have a negative impact on the residential amenities of future occupants.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to demolish an existing extension and construct a new two-storey extension at No. 8 York Terrace, Killarney, to facilitate a mixed residential and bed and breakfast use. While the principle of guest accommodation was considered acceptable, the Planning Authority refused the application due to the extension's scale and its proximity to the rear boundary. The proposal's full site coverage was found to cause significant overlooking and overshadowing of adjacent prope...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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