Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission as the development is minor in scale, ancillary to the main residential use, and does not negatively impact the existing character of the area or the residential amenities of adjoining properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is minor in scale and ancillary to the primary residential use, leaving adequate private open space of approximately 90m2 to serve the main dwelling.
- The shed's height and positioning do not result in an overbearing impact, significant loss of light, or overlooking of the neighboring property at No. 9 Sommerville.
- The development is consistent with the policies and objectives of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 and represents proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.2.4 of the Meath County Development Plan 2013-2019Section 11.5.25 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027DM OBJ 50Zoning Objective A1 (Existing Residential)
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns the retention of a 17.5m2 timber garden shed used as a home gymnasium at 8 Somerville, Ratoath, Co. Meath. The subject site is a two-storey house within a residential cul-de-sac zoned 'A1'. A third-party appeal was lodged by neighbors at No. 9, raising concerns regarding visual impact, difficulty of maintenance due to proximity to the boundary, loss of light, and potential for business use. The Inspector's assessment found that the shed's pent-roof design (2.3m to 2.98m high...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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