23774
proposed two storey extension of 190.0sq.m to existing 50.0sq.m cottage, and privy. The development will consist of the following(1) Demolition of privy/coal shed at rear of existing dwelling replace with proposed garage.(2) Convert existing cottage to living area. With a 7.0sq.m rear extension and front porch. (3) Two storey extension to side and rear of existing cottage. Consisting of 4 no. bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 3 ensuites, work from home office. And Utility room.(4) Septic tank and percolation area. ( 5) mains water connection. (6) All associated site works
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is excessive in scale and massing, failing to respect the character of the original traditional cottage and appearing as a dominant, suburban-style new dwelling rather than a sympathetic, subservient extension.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and massing of the proposed two-storey extension would dominate the original 50sq.m cottage, effectively creating a new dwelling behind the existing structure rather than a subservient extension.
- The design incorporates suburban elements, such as an inappropriate roof-to-wall ratio, wide gables, and an ornate porch, which are contrary to the Wicklow Single Rural House Design Guide and fail to respect the traditional rural character of the site.
- The proposal fails to comply with County Development Plan objectives CPO 6.4 and CPO 6.44, which require rural housing to be of high-quality, simple, and unobtrusive design that integrates well with the wider landscape.