Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension's excessive scale, mass, and design are unsympathetic to the original dwelling and would negatively impact the visual amenities of the rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The mass, scale, and design of the proposed extension are not in keeping with or sympathetic to the existing small single-storey property.
- The development would be visually strident and obtrusive, resulting in a negative impact on the visual amenities of the surrounding rural area.
- The proposal materially contravenes Objective PM46 of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023 and is contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective PM46
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the demolition of an existing single-storey side extension and store to facilitate new development at a residence in Palmerstown, Oldtown. Fingal County Council refused permission on the grounds that the scale and design of the new works were disproportionate to the original modest dwelling. The planning authority determined that the extension would be visually obtrusive within its rural setting and would fail to comply with development plan standards regarding sympathet...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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