Core Refusal Reason
The proposed multi-level extension is considered visually dominant and overbearing, negatively impacting the residential and visual amenity of neighboring properties and the public realm.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The cumulative scale and siting of the extensions at ground, first, and attic levels create a structure that is excessively dominant when viewed from adjacent dwellings.
- The provision of a rear-facing dormer extension contributes to an overbearing impact that detracts from the visual amenity of the surrounding area and the public road.
- The development fails to comply with the specific criteria for rear extensions and roof alterations as defined in the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.1(ii)Section 12.3.7.1(iv)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved extensions to the north-west rear and south-west side elevations of an existing dwelling at 1 Cruagh Close, Dublin 18, encompassing ground, first, and attic level additions including a rear dormer. The planning authority refused the application on the grounds that the overall scale and positioning of the development would result in a visually dominant and overbearing structure. It was determined that the project would negatively affect the residential amenity of neighboring...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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