WEB1210/22
The development consists of the retention of a single storey domestic extension to the rear of the main house and including a skylight extending to a height of 5.22m. Retention permission is also sought for a window and glazed door with glazed side panel facing the northern site boundary at ground floor level.
Core Refusal Reason
While the Planning Authority initially refused permission due to visual obtrusiveness and injury to residential amenities, the Inspector recommended a grant, concluding that the extension's scale, massing, and contemporary design are appropriate for the urban context and would not materially impact neighbors' privacy or daylight.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The extension's scale and contemporary design are appropriate for the site's urban location and align with established precedents for varied rear extensions in the immediate vicinity.
- Potential impacts on the residential amenities of adjoining properties, including overlooking, loss of privacy, and daylight reduction, are not considered significant or excessive.
- The marginal exceedance of the indicative site coverage (67% vs 60%) is acceptable, and the development is consistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention permission for a single-storey rear extension at 3 Gilford Avenue, Sandymount, a mid-terrace red brick dwelling. The development includes a skylight reaching 5.22m and specific northern-facing glazing. Dublin City Council originally refused the application, citing that the roof elements were visually obtrusive to neighbors. However, the Inspector's assessment found that the design is a valid contemporary response that integrates well with the existing dwelling. Ke...PDF Document Missing
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