Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the proposed extension is consistent with the residential zoning objective, complies with development management standards for open space and floor area, and respects the established character of the streetscape without causing undue injury to the residential amenities of adjacent properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension design is acceptable and consistent with the established pattern of development on the street, and it does not constitute overdevelopment given the site's size.
- Impacts on adjacent residential amenity regarding overlooking, overshadowing, and overbearing presence are not considered excessive or undue due to adequate separation distances and orientation.
- Condition 2 of the Planning Authority’s decision, which required a setback and a reduced ridge height, is deemed unnecessary and unreasonable as the proposed design already integrates comfortably into the terrace.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023Zoning RS – ResidentialSection 3.4 (Extensions to Dwellings)Section 12.4 (Extensions to Dwellings)Table 12.1 (Minimum floor area standards)Objective DMS87 (Private open space)Table 12.8 (Car parking standards)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves an 85.5sqm two-storey extension to the side of an end-of-terrace house at 35 Oaklands Park, Swords, located on a larger-than-average corner site. The Planning Authority originally granted permission but included a condition requiring the extension to be set back by 0.5m and the ridge height lowered to ensure visual subservience. This was appealed by a third party (neighbor at No. 34) citing concerns over overlooking, overbearing impact, loss of light, and potential damage t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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