3198/23

PERMISSION & RETENTION: The development will consist of the retention of a part single-storey, part two-and half storey extension to the rear of mid terrace house, no. 100 and for permission to lower rear extension roof height as constructed and remove a second floor window to the rear with existing connections to public services and to include for all ancillary site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The extension's excessive bulk, scale, and height create an overbearing impact that negatively affects visual and residential amenities.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The bulk and scale of the first-floor and attic extension, particularly the height of the gable walls, are considered excessive and contrary to development standards.
  • The development would result in an overbearing impact, seriously injuring the visual amenities of the area and the residential amenities of adjacent properties.
  • The proposed mitigation to lower the roof height is insufficient to resolve the overbearing nature of the structure.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Appendix 18 (section 1.2)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the retention and further development of a first-floor and attic-level extension at 100 Rathdrum Road, Crumlin, Dublin 12. Dublin City Council refused the application on the grounds that the extension's scale and gable height are inconsistent with Appendix 18 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028. The authority concluded that the structure is overbearing and that even with a reduced roof height, it would continue to negatively impact the character of the area and th...
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