Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered to be in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, as its design and scale are compatible with the visual and residential amenities of the surrounding property.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension and dormer modifications are subordinate in scale to the existing dwelling and will not have a significant negative impact on the visual or residential amenities of the area.
- The impact on adjoining properties regarding overlooking and overbearing is acceptable, with existing boundary treatments sufficient to maintain privacy despite site level differences.
- The proposed widening of the vehicular entrance is satisfactory and does not pose a risk to traffic safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023Objective PM46Objective DMS41
Decision Document Summary
The application at 3 Asgard Road, Howth, seeks permission for the demolition of a side dormer and garage to facilitate the construction of a single-storey rear/side extension and new first-floor dormer extensions. The site is a 0.08-hectare plot in a residential cul-de-sac. A third-party appeal was lodged citing concerns over inaccurate site level representations and potential overlooking of the neighbor at no. 2 due to the applicant's elevated floor level. The Inspector evaluated the proposal a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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