Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension would breach the established building line and negatively impact the character of the dwelling and streetscape through poor design and overbearing visual impact.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The extension would significantly break the predominant building line on Bath Avenue and result in a visually overbearing impact on neighboring properties.
- The design and prominent corner location would adversely affect the scale and character of the existing dwelling and fail to make a positive contribution to the streetscape.
- The development would negatively impact the residential amenities of adjacent occupants regarding outlook and would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Appendix 18 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved a single-storey side and rear extension at 71 Derrynane Gardens, a corner site in Dublin 4. Dublin City Council refused permission because the development would disrupt the established building line on Bath Avenue and appear visually overbearing to adjacent residents. The planning authority concluded that the design failed to respect the character of the existing house or the streetscape, violating Appendix 18 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 and setting a nega...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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