Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission subject to an amended Condition 2, determining that while some passive surveillance is necessary for corner plots, the Planning Authority's original requirements for four windows and a lowered boundary wall were onerous and would negatively impact the applicant's privacy and security.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority's requirement for four additional gable windows is considered onerous and out of character with the existing estate's design.
- The provision of a single first-floor window serving the proposed bedroom is sufficient to achieve an appropriate level of passive surveillance of the public realm.
- The requirement to lower the southern boundary wall to 1.2 metres is excessive and would have a detrimental impact on the privacy and security of the dwelling.
Cited Policies (CDP)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2016Zoning Objective RESHousing Policy 18 - Residential ExtensionsH18 Objective 1Chapter 11 - ImplementationSection 11.3.3 (i)South Dublin County Council House Extension Design Guide 2010
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for a 57.41 sq.m two-storey side extension to a semi-detached dwelling at 35 Johnsbridge Walk, Lucan. The site is a corner plot bounded by Griffeen Avenue. While the Planning Authority granted permission, they attached Condition 2 requiring four windows in the southern gable and the lowering of the boundary wall to provide dual frontage and passive surveillance. The applicant appealed this condition on the grounds of privacy, security, and inconsistency with the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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