Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended granting permission (overturning the Planning Authority's refusal), concluding that the proposed infill dwelling is subordinate in scale, respects the character of the area, provides adequate sightlines under DMURS, and aligns with national policy for compact urban growth.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The single-storey dwelling is subordinate in massing to existing structures and provides a high-quality contemporary design that does not detract from the visual amenity or established character of the Seabury estate.
- Vehicular access and pedestrian safety concerns are satisfactorily addressed as the proposal achieves the required 23m sightlines in accordance with the Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets (DMURS) standards.
- The development complies with the residential density objectives of the National Planning Framework (NPF) and meets the quantitative standards for private open space as allowed for infill/corner sites under Objective DMS88 of the Fingal County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS ZoningPM44PM45DMS24DMS28DMS29DMS39DMS40DMS44DMS87DMS88
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks planning permission for a single-storey detached dwelling (c. 50sq.m) to the rear of an existing house at No. 1 Seabury Lawns, Malahide. The site is a corner plot within an established residential area zoned 'RS' (Residential). Fingal County Council initially refused permission for four reasons including traffic hazard, visual incongruity, overdevelopment, and poor pedestrian visibility. In the appeal, the Applicant submitted an alternative design with a flat roof, though t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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