Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development's scale and design are visually intrusive and negatively impact the residential amenities and character of the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and design of the development would be visually intrusive for occupants of adjoining properties, specifically numbers 13 and 17 St. Columba’s Rise.
- The proposal would adversely affect the established character of the area and the visual amenities of the immediate vicinity.
- The development is contrary to the Fingal County Development Plan 2023-2029, specifically regarding zoning objectives and policies SPQHP41 and SPQH045.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQH045
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the demolition of an existing single-storey structure at No. 15 St Columba's Rise, Swords, to facilitate new development. The site is located in a residential area characterized by established housing. Fingal County Council refused the application because the proposed scale and design were deemed visually intrusive to neighboring residents and inconsistent with the local character. Furthermore, the project failed to comply with specific residential amenity policies of th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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