Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, concluding that the single-storey extension is consistent with the 'Objective A' residential zoning and, due to its reduced scale and height compared to previous refusals, would not negatively impact the visual or residential amenities of the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is acceptable in principle under the zoning objective to protect and/or improve residential amenity.
- The 3m height of the single-storey extension, combined with existing mature screening, ensures that the structure will not be overbearing or cause overlooking of properties on lower ground to the north.
- Engineering reports sufficiently demonstrate that the proposed foundations will not destabilize the adjacent granite rock face or require extensive rock breaking that would cause vibration damage.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective ASection 12.3.7Section 12.3.7(iii) Extensions to the Side
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a 40.98 sq.m single-storey extension to the north of 'Arabella', a detached dwelling in Foxrock. The site is topographically sensitive, as the dwellings to the north (Kerrymount Rise) are situated approximately 3m to 5m lower than the subject site. Residents appealed the local authority's decision to grant, citing concerns over overlooking, visual dominance, and the potential for landslides or ground instability involving a granite cliff face. The Inspector no...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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