Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission (amending a restrictive condition) as the proposed hip-to-gable roof conversion and rear dormer were deemed not to seriously injure the visual amenities, established character, or appearance of the area, making the Planning Authority's original design restrictions (Condition 3) unwarranted.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The significant alterations required by Condition No. 3 of the Planning Authority's decision were not warranted as the original proposal does not negatively impact the visual or residential amenities of the area.
- The proposed hip-to-gable roof modification and rear dormer are consistent with varying roof styles in the vicinity and provide necessary additional family accommodation without dominating the streetscape.
- The appeal should be dealt with under Section 139, directing the Planning Authority to amend Condition No. 3 to remove design restrictions while retaining control over external finishes and materials.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022Zoning Objective Z1Section 139 of the Planning and Development Act 2000
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a first-party appeal against Condition No. 3 of a grant of permission for a development at 349 Howth Road, Dublin 5. The proposal involves converting an attic into study/storage space, modifying a hipped roof to a gable end, and adding a dormer window to the rear of a semi-detached dwelling. The Planning Authority (Dublin City Council) granted permission but imposed Condition 3, which effectively required the retention of the hipped roof and severely restricted the size of t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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