Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the excessive scale of the extension, non-compliance with floor area standards for family flats, and inadequate sightlines for the proposed vehicular access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The extension's size and footprint would dominate the original dwelling and appear incongruous with the established character of the locality.
- The proposed granny flat exceeds the maximum floor area permitted by the County Development Plan, constituting a material contravention of planning policy.
- The proposed vehicular access fails to meet minimum sightline requirements, posing a significant risk to traffic and road safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective PM46Objective DMS43
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the demolition of an existing garage and outbuilding to facilitate a new extension and granny flat at Tobersool Lane, Balbriggan. Fingal County Council refused permission because the scale of the extension was deemed excessive and out of character with the existing house and surrounding area. Additionally, the granny flat failed to meet specific size limitations set out in the County Development Plan, and the proposed entrance was considered a traffic hazard due to insuf...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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