Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension's massing and scale would negatively impact the dwelling's character and the residential amenity of both the subject property and neighboring houses through overlooking and overshadowing.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The massing, design, and scale of the extension would adversely affect the character of the existing dwelling and result in poor internal and external residential amenity.
- The development would lead to an unacceptable level of overlooking and overshadowing of adjoining houses and their private open space.
- The proposal is contrary to the Z1 zoning objective, which is to protect, provide, and improve residential amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective Z1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a first-floor rear extension over an existing structure at 24 Malone Gardens, Sandymount. Dublin City Council refused the application on the grounds that the extension's massing and design would harm the character of the original dwelling and provide inadequate amenity for residents. Additionally, the project was found to negatively impact the privacy and light of neighboring properties, thereby conflicting with the Z1 zoning objective intended to protec...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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