Core Refusal Reason
The proposed design lacks architectural cohesion and features varying roof profiles that are out of character with the existing building and the surrounding streetscape, negatively impacting visual amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The varying roof profiles and lack of cohesion in the front elevation design would result in an incongruous visual appearance in a prominent location.
- The proposal is out of character with the existing dwelling, neighboring properties, and the established streetscape of the area.
- The development would seriously injure the visual amenities of the area and is contrary to the standards for extensions to dwellings set out in the County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal at 6 Wilson Crescent, Mount Merrion, involved the removal of an existing shed and the relocation of a vehicular entrance to a width of 3.5 metres. The planning authority refused permission because the design of the front elevation and its varying roof profiles were deemed to lack cohesion. The resulting incongruous appearance was considered detrimental to the visual amenities of the prominent location and inconsistent with the character of the existing building and the wider streets...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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