SD22B/0088
New single storey ground floor extension to the rear elevation including internal ground and first floor plan alterations; new ground and first floor extension to the front/side elevation; fenestration alterations to the front first floor landing window and ground floor entrance door; roof alterations required for first side extension including conversion of existing and proposed attic spaces with roof dormer to the rear elevation for the provision of a bedroom, ensuite bathroom and attic storage at second level and roof windows to the front elevation ; including the widening of existing vehicular entrance onto Whitehall Road and all associated site works.
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is consistent with the 'RES' zoning objective of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and is considered acceptable as it would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area, provided the roof profile is modified to a half-hip design to maintain the character of the semi-detached pair.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of development is acceptable under the 'RES' zoning, which supports the extension of existing dwellings provided residential and visual amenities are protected.
- The Planning Authority's condition to restrict the rear extension depth to 4m is unjustified given the generous 31m depth of the rear garden and the lack of significant negative impact on neighboring properties.
- The side extension roof must be redesigned from a full gable to a half-hipped profile to ensure visual subservience and maintain the architectural symmetry of the semi-detached pair within the streetscape.