Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is excessive in scale and fails to integrate with or remain subordinate to the existing dwelling, contrary to development plan standards for house extensions.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension, with a floor area of 226.7 sqm compared to the existing 82.5 sqm bungalow, is considered excessive in scale and is not subordinate to the original structure.
- The design concept and general features are deemed incapable of integrating with the existing dwelling or complementing its materials and design.
- The proposal fails to meet the criteria set out in Section 9.9 of the Roscommon County Development Plan 2014-2020 and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.5 Rural Siting and DesignSection 9.9 House ExtensionsChapter 9
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a large extension and alterations to an existing bungalow, including a new wastewater treatment system, at Cloonlumney, Ballaghaderreen. While the principle of extending a dwelling is supported by the Roscommon County Development Plan 2014-2020, the planning authority refused permission because the proposed extension (226.7 sqm) was significantly larger than the original house (82.5 sqm). The refusal was based on the grounds that the extension's scale, p...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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