Core Refusal Reason
The proposed two-storey extension, by virtue of its overall height and depth, would result in significant overbearing impacts and overshadowing of adjoining residential properties, thereby injuring their residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and projection of the extension at first-floor level would create an unacceptable overbearing effect on the narrow rear yards and windows of the neighboring terrace dwellings.
- The development would lead to a significant reduction in skylight and natural light received by adjoining properties, failing to meet the standards set out in the BRE guidelines for daylight and sunlight.
- The proposal is considered to seriously injure the residential amenities of the area and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the location.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 16.2.4 of the SEDPSligo County Development Plan 2017-2023Sligo and Environs Development Plan 2010-2016Section 7.2 of the Guidelines for Planning Authorities on Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a two-storey rear extension to an existing terraced dwelling at No. 27 Lord Edward Street, Sligo, intended to provide a ground-floor kitchen and first-floor bedroom. Although the planning authority acknowledged the urban context and accepted a significant shortfall in private open space, the application was refused. The primary concern was that the extension's height and 3.2m projection from the rear wall would cause excessive overshadowing and an overbearing ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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