Core Refusal Reason
The proposed two-storey extension is considered overbearing and visually intrusive due to its scale, height, and proximity to the western boundary, which would negatively impact the residential amenity of neighboring properties and the visual character of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and proximity of the extension to the western boundary would result in an overbearing development that negatively impacts the visual amenity of the area and neighboring dwellings.
- The proposal fails to comply with the 'RS' zoning objective and specific policies (PM46 and DMS42) which require extensions to be sensitively designed to protect residential amenity.
- The scale and height of the development would be seriously injurious to the residential amenities of adjoining properties on Lanesborough Road and would likely depreciate their property value.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS Zoning ObjectiveObjective PM46Objective DMS42Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a two-storey extension to the side and rear of an existing dwelling at 1 Lanesborough Avenue, Finglas. Fingal County Council refused the application on the grounds that the extension's scale, height, and proximity to the western boundary would create an overbearing impact on the rear gardens of adjacent properties on Lanesborough Road. The planning authority determined that the design was not sufficiently sensitive to the existing roof profile and was contrary ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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