Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered acceptable and in accordance with the Z2 zoning objective, provided that the height of the single-storey double-height element is reduced to 3 metres to prevent an overbearing impact on the adjoining property.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension is generally consistent with the Dublin City Development Plan's objective to protect and improve the amenities of residential conservation areas.
- A modification is required via condition to reduce the height of the proposed single-storey, double-height element to 3 metres to ensure it is not unduly dominant or overbearing to No. 19 Finglas Road.
- Subject to compliance with conditions, including a Construction Method Statement for party wall protection, the development would not seriously injure visual or residential amenities or the structural integrity of neighboring property.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective Z2Section 14.8.2 Residential Conservation AreasSection 16.2.2.3 Extensions and AlterationsSection 16.10.12 Extensions and Alterations to DwellingAppendix 17 Guidelines for Residential ExtensionsAppendix 24 Protected Structures and Buildings in Conservation Areas
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a third-party appeal against a decision by Dublin City Council to grant permission for a rear extension at 17 Finglas Road, a mid-terrace Victorian dwelling within a Residential Conservation Area. The proposal includes the demolition of a rear return and the construction of a part single-storey, part two-storey extension. While the Inspector found the principle of the development acceptable under the 'Z2' zoning, specific concerns were raised regarding the 'double-height' po...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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