Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, concluding that the proposed extensions and alterations would not be detrimental to the residential amenities of the adjoining property or the character of the area, provided that specific design modifications are implemented via condition to manage proximity to boundaries and potential overlooking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extensions are of a scale and position that are compatible with the existing dwelling and its village centre context, and will not cause undue overshadowing due to the site's northwest orientation.
- Potential overlooking from the rear dining extension can be effectively mitigated by requiring obscure glazing on roof panels and ensuring a 0.5m setback from the party boundary fence for the ground floor element.
- The proposed front roof lights are acceptable for non-habitable storage purposes and will not detract from the character of the area, provided they are installed flush with the existing roof profile.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028: Section 3 (Residential Developments)Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028: Section 3.4 (Extensions to Dwelling Houses)Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028: Table 3-4 (Minimum Floor Area and Private Open Space)Courtown & Riverchapel Local Area Plan 2015-2021: Character Area 1 (Courtown and Riverchapel Village Centre)Courtown & Riverchapel Local Area Plan 2015-2021: Section 11.6 (Infill and Backland Development)Courtown & Riverchapel Local Area Plan 2015-2021: Section 16 (Village Centre Land Use Zoning)
Decision Document Summary
This report pertains to a proposed development at a semi-detached dwelling in Ballinatray Lower, Courtown, involving a front porch extension, a two-storey rear extension, roof lights, and a side door. The site is located within a Village Centre zone where residential development is permitted in principle. The Planning Authority originally issued a split decision, refusing the front roof lights. A third-party appeal by a neighbor raised concerns regarding scale, overlooking of their garden and be...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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