WEB1438/22
Demolition works to existing single storey side and rear extensions; construction of two storey extension to the side and front, single storey extension to rear with rooflights, and porch to the front, construction of an attic conversion to include two dormer roofs, one to the side and one to the rear, and to include 2 No. roof lights to the front of existing roof, ancillary changes to elevations. Also to include all associated site works.
Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended the omission of Condition 4 (which required the removal of the first-floor front projection), concluding it was unnecessary to safeguard visual amenity given the site's screening and existing local precedents.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- Condition No. 4 is unnecessary to ensure that the visual amenities of the area are safeguarded and should be omitted.
- The proposed front projection is consistent with established precedents for two-storey side and front extensions in the immediate locality.
- The development as proposed would not have an adverse impact on the character of the dwelling and accords with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a first-party appeal by Liam McHugh & Lorna Cronnelly against a specific condition (Condition 4) of a planning grant for 424 Clontarf Road, Dublin 3. The proposed development involves significant extensions, including a two-storey extension to the side and front. Dublin City Council originally granted permission but required the omission of the first-floor front projection to protect visual amenity. The site consists of a semi-detached house on a large 738 sqm plot overlooki...PDF Document Missing
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