Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extensions exhibit poor design quality, resulting in inadequate natural light, ventilation, and privacy for occupants while negatively impacting the character of the existing dwelling and the residential amenity of the neighboring property.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design creates substandard living conditions by providing internal rooms, such as the granny flat bedroom and main kitchen, without outdoor-facing windows, thereby limiting natural daylight and cross-ventilation.
- The proposed side extension and granny studio layout are deemed inappropriate due to poor privacy, the use of the kitchen as a corridor, and the inclusion of a window on the boundary that prejudices the development potential of No. 22.
- The development fails to respect the design of the existing dwelling and contravenes the site's zoning objective to protect and improve residential amenity as required by the County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
12.3.7.1 (i)12.3.7.1 (ii)12.3.7.1 (iii)12.3.7.3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal at 20 Clonmore Road, Mount Merrion, sought the demolition of an existing garage and shed to facilitate front, side, and rear extensions, including a granny flat and guest suite. The Planning Authority refused the application because the design was found to be detrimental to the character of the original house and the amenities of the neighboring property at No. 22. Specifically, the layout resulted in several habitable areas lacking direct access to natural light and ventilation, wh...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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