Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the development is consistent with the 'A' zoning objective and would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area or property in the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is consistent with the land use zoning for the area and aligns with the guidance for extensions to dwellings set out in the County Development Plan.
- The extension's scale, height, and positioning will not result in significant adverse impacts such as overshadowing, overlooking, or visual overbearance on neighboring properties.
- The 6 no. solar panels and the front extension are compatible with the evolving architectural character of Monkstown Avenue, where many properties have already undergone significant modifications.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 'A'Chapter 8: Principles of DevelopmentSection 8.2: Development ManagementSection 8.2.3.4: Additional Accommodation in Existing Built-up AreasSection 8.2.3.4(i) Extensions to Dwellings
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns an appeal at 31 Monkstown Avenue, Dublin, involving the conversion of an attached garage to residential use, a front extension, and the installation of 6 solar panels. The site is a 1950s semi-detached dwelling within a mature suburban setting. The primary opposition came from a third-party appeal citing concerns over the overbearing impact and the erosion of the streetscape's original character. The Inspector found that while the properties were once highly uniform, 70 year...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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