Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is in accordance with the residential zoning objective for the area and, subject to compliance with conditions, will not seriously injure the visual or residential amenities of the property in the vicinity or the character of the streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of development is acceptable as the site is located in an area zoned to protect and/or improve residential amenity.
- The proposed two-storey rear extension and alterations will not have a significant negative impact on the residential amenity of adjoining properties regarding overshadowing, overlooking, or overbearing appearance.
- The Juliet balconies and sliding windows do not facilitate greater overlooking than standard windows and are considered acceptable for retention in the design.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Development Plan 2016-2022Section 8.2.3.4 Additional Accommodation in Existing Built-up AreasSection 8.2.3.4 (i) first floor rear extensionsObjective A – to protect and/or improve residential amenity
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves alterations to an existing detached dwelling at 'The Gables', Kill Lane, including a new porch, side window modifications, and a two-storey pitched roof rear extension. The site is situated in a mature residential area of Dublin 18. A third-party appeal was lodged by neighbors at 'The Elms', citing concerns over the scale of the extension, the 45-degree orientation of the properties causing overbearing impacts, and potential overshadowing. The Inspector's assessment found t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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