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The development was recommended for a grant of permission as it aligns with the 'Z2' zoning objective, respects the pattern and scale of development in the area, and provides an adequate standard of residential amenity without seriously injuring the character of the conservation area or the privacy of neighboring properties.

• The proposed mews house is compatible with the 'Z2' zoning objective for residential conservation areas and integrates well with the established height and scale of the surrounding mews context.
• The separation distance of 24 meters between opposing first-floor windows and the provision of 52.9sqm of private open space exceed minimum development standards, effectively mitigating overlooking and amenity concerns.
• The development supports urban consolidation and the intensification of backland sites as encouraged by the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, without compromising the character of the nearby protected structures.