Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes overdevelopment of the site and features an inappropriate design that is out of character with the existing dwelling and surrounding residential area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design of the flat roof extension and the inclusion of first-floor windows are considered inappropriate and would negatively impact the residential amenities of the area.
- The provision of a six-bedroom dwelling on a site originally designed for a three-bedroom semi-detached house is deemed an overdevelopment of the 230m2 plot.
- The proposal fails to meet the high-quality design criteria set out in DM OBJ 50 and would set an undesirable precedent for similar future developments in the vicinity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DM OBJ 50Chapter 11Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a first-floor rear extension, a Velux window, and the widening of a driveway at 3 Beech Walk, Coill Fadha, Longwood, Co. Meath. The subject site is a semi-detached dormer bungalow located on lands zoned for existing residential use. Meath County Council refused the application because the scale of the proposed six-bedroom residence was considered excessive for the site, and the design was found to be contrary to the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, spe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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