Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the visually dominant design of the dormer window, inadequate surface water drainage proposals, and significant public health risks arising from an insufficient wastewater treatment system.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed front dormer window is visually dominant and negatively impacts the character of the area, failing to meet the requirements of Section 12.3.10.5 of the Development Plan.
- The application lacks sufficient detail regarding the disposal of surface water run-off and fails to demonstrate compliance with Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) policy objectives.
- The wastewater treatment system design poses an unacceptable risk to groundwater quality and public health due to the absence of a percolation area or soak-pit.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.10.5Section 10.2.2.6 Policy Objective EI6Section 10.4
Decision Document Summary
This application for a two-storey rear extension at 2 Woodside Road, Dublin 18, was refused by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. The decision was based on the inappropriate visual impact of the proposed dormer window on the local character and critical failures in the proposed site services. The planning authority determined that the lack of a proper percolation area for wastewater and the absence of a clear surface water management plan would be prejudicial to public health and contravene ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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