3142/23

Permission sought to demolish existing roof structure and two number chimney stacks and to build new first floor and new roof , to remove existing internal partition walls and support new first floor where required by structural engineer. Existing ground floor comprising sales floor and office. Proposed first floor comprising landing , canteen and parts storage.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed roof alterations would create an abrupt and haphazard height transition between semi-detached properties, negatively impacting the visual and residential amenities of the adjoining neighbor.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development would introduce a sharp transition in height on the party boundary of two originally semi-detached properties.
  • The resulting haphazard appearance would have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of the adjoining property at No. 164 Old County Road.
  • The proposal would seriously injure the amenities or depreciate the value of the neighboring property and is contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission to demolish the existing roof structure and two chimney stacks at 3 Windmill Road, Crumlin, a semi-detached dwelling. Dublin City Council refused the application because the structural changes would create a disjointed and sharp height discrepancy at the shared boundary with the neighboring semi-detached house. This was considered to result in a haphazard visual appearance that would negatively affect the character of the area, injure the amenities of the adjacent ...
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