Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension's excessive length and inconsistent design/layout would negatively impact visual amenity and fail to harmonize with the existing dwelling, contravening local development standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development, by reason of its design and layout with an excessive length, would be inconsistent with the existing dwelling and injurious to the visual amenities of the area.
- The scale and finish of the proposed rear extension are considered unacceptable and would depreciate the value of property in the vicinity.
- The proposal materially contravenes Objective DM OBJ 50 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, which requires domestic extensions to be of high-quality design that respects and integrates with the existing dwelling.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DM OBJ 50
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed a substantial 282m² extension to an existing 272m² two-story house at Lougher, Duleek, Co. Meath, featuring a side annex and a 23m long L-shaped rear structure for a garage and home office. Located in a rural area under strong urban influence, the development was refused by Meath County Council. The planning authority determined that the extension's excessive length and inconsistent design failed to harmonize with the original house, would establish an undesirable preced...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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