Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension's design, scale, and height fail to integrate with the existing dwelling, resulting in a visually obtrusive structure with a prominent blank elevation that negatively impacts the area's visual amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and roof profile of the extension are visually jarring and fail to integrate satisfactorily with the existing dwelling.
- The substantial blank two-storey northern elevation is visually unappealing and would appear obtrusive from the surrounding area.
- The development would seriously injure visual amenities, depreciate property values, and contravene specific side extension policies in the County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.1(iii)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a part-single, part two-storey side extension at 87 Mountain View, Crinken Glen, Dublin 18. The local authority refused the proposal primarily due to its excessive scale and poor design integration with the original house. Specifically, the height and roof profile were deemed visually jarring, while the large blank northern elevation was considered unappealing. Consequently, the development was found to be contrary to Section 12.3.7.1(iii) of the Dún Laogha...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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