WEB5170/21

Permission is sought for: -the demolition of an existing single-storey extension to rear and the subsequent erection of a part single-storey, part two-storey extension to the rear; -new zinc canopy to new extension; -modifications to the internal layout; -new master bedroom and ensuite at first floor level; -2 no. new conservation rooflights to the existing roof of the main house; -1 no. new rooflight to the single-story extension to the rear; -1 no. new rooflight to the two-story extension to the rear; -2 no. new solar panels to the existing roof of the main house; -enlarging of existing first floor window ope on south elevation; -3 no. new window openings to existing wall on south (side) elevation; -1 no. new first floor window opening to existing wall on west (rear) elevation; -removal of existing shed to rear; -erection of a trellis fence on top of the existing south boundary wall (overall height not exceeding 2.4m); -external modifications to include repointing the front façade; -refurbishment of existing front window and front door and fanlight; -general restoration and decoration works and all associated site works to existing semi-detached 2-storey house at 6 Beechwood Avenue Upper.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The proposed development is recommended for grant as it is considered to be in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, specifically concluding that it would not seriously injure the visual amenities of the conservation area or the residential amenities of properties in the vicinity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed extension is of a scale, height, massing, and design appropriate to its urban location and integrates well with the existing dwelling and neighboring properties.
  • Impacts on residential amenity, including potential overshadowing and overlooking, are considered reasonable and acceptable for a high-density urban residential area.
  • The development complies with the zoning objectives of the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022 and follows an established pattern of similar extensions permitted in the immediate vicinity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

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

The application involves the demolition of an existing single-storey rear extension and shed, and the construction of a part single-storey, part two-storey extension to a semi-detached period dwelling at 6 Beechwood Avenue Upper, Dublin 6. The site is located in a Residential Conservation Area zoned 'Objective Z2'. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding the overbearing nature of the proposal, impacts on visual amenity, and loss of daylight. The Inspector notes that the scale of the dev...
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