Core Refusal Reason
The retention of three 'cabrio velux' balcony rooflights was refused due to visual clutter, negative impact on the setting of an adjacent protected structure, and the significant loss of residential amenity for neighboring properties through overlooking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The multiplicity of balcony units creates a visually cluttered appearance that is incompatible with the character of the existing dwelling and negatively impacts the setting of the adjacent protected structure, 'Mancos'.
- The development results in an unacceptable level of overlooking and loss of privacy for neighboring properties, directly contravening the spirit of residential amenity protections established in previous planning permissions.
- The proposal would consolidate unauthorised development and set a poor precedent for inappropriate roof-level alterations that are contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wicklow County Development Plan 2016-2022 Chapter 4Wicklow County Development Plan 2016-2022 Chapter 6 Policy CPO 6.21Wicklow County Development Plan 2016-2022 Chapter 8Greystones, Delgany and Kilcoole Local Area Plan 2013Record of Protected Structures RPS_Number 08-74
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention permission for three Velux Cabrio balcony rooflights at Pine Lodge, Monterey Road, Greystones, a detached dwelling situated adjacent to the protected structure 'Mancos'. Wicklow County Council refused the application on the grounds that the cumulative visual impact of the balconies creates unacceptable visual clutter and undermines the setting of the nearby protected structure. Additionally, the Planning Officer concluded that the balconies facilitate direct over...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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