3643/21
PROTECTED STRUCTURE: PERMISSION & RETENTION: Retention permission for: (i) the demolition of a small single storey shed; (ii) a single storey extension with rooflights to the rear basement/lower ground floor; (iii) a two storey extension to the rear basement/lower ground floor and entrance/upper ground floor; (iv) 1 no. bathroom to rear bedroom; (v) 1 no. en suite bathroom to rear study/home office and all associated alterations and site works, and planning permission for: (vii) 2 no. replacement windows to the rear and side elevation; (viii) proposed alteration to rear bedroom on the basement/lower ground floor, to relocate the existing en suite, block up the existing side window that opens out into the new extension and form a new external window to the existing bedroom on the side elevation of the original return, all to the rear of the property.
Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission (overturning the Planning Authority's refusal), concluding that the revised design proposals, including the use of copper cladding and modified window configurations, would sufficiently protect the architectural character and special interest of the Protected Structure and the Z2 conservation area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development and retention of works, as modified by revised appeal proposals, would not have a significant adverse effect on the character or integrity of the Protected Structure or the surrounding conservation area.
- The residential unit, reconfigured as a one-bedroom apartment, provides an acceptable level of amenity for future occupants and does not negatively impact the amenities of neighboring properties through overshadowing or overlooking.
- The impacts on the historic fabric are considered reversible and, subject to conservation-led conditions regarding materials and finishes, the proposal complies with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This Inspector's Report relates to a First Party appeal against Dublin City Council's decision to refuse permission for the retention and completion of extensions and alterations at 47 Raglan Road, Dublin 4, a Protected Structure. The Planning Authority originally refused permission due to the use of inappropriate materials and the loss of historic fabric, specifically citing the treatment of original granite stairs and historic windows. During the appeal, the applicant submitted an alternative ...PDF Document Missing
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