Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development, subject to the omission of a second vehicular entrance, is consistent with the residential zoning objective of the area and would not seriously injure the visual or residential amenities of the property or the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed first-floor extension and rear additions are considered to integrate well with the existing dwelling and the character of the surrounding area without causing material overbearance.
- Legal matters regarding right-of-way via Wolverton Glen are deemed civil matters outside the planning remit, though the applicant has demonstrated sufficient legal interest to make the application.
- A second vehicular entrance onto Barnhill Road to serve a single dwelling is considered to have inadequate justification and should be omitted in the interest of visual amenity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 'A'Section 12.3.7.1 Extensions to DwellingsSection 12.3.9 Demolition and Replacement DwellingsSection 12.3.7.1(iv)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves significant alterations to 'Gortevan', a detached bungalow on Barnhill Road, Dalkey, including the demolition of the existing roof to accommodate a new first floor and the construction of single-storey rear extensions. The site is zoned Objective 'A' under the Dun Laoghaire County Development Plan 2022-2028, which permits residential development in principle. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding right-of-way claims and construction access via Wolverton Glen. The...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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