3383/21
The development will consist of: i. Demolition of existing detached 5 bed dwelling. ii. Construction of a new 2 storey detached 5 bed with attic accommodation. iii. Attic level to have associated dormers to front and rear of dwelling. iv. New pedestrian access, realignment and widening of existing vehicular access to front of dwelling. v. Also to include all associated windows, landscaping, drainage and all associated site works necessary to facilitate the development.
Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission on the basis that the proposal complies with the 'Z1' residential zoning objective and that the large site area can accommodate the increased scale of the dwelling without resulting in undue overbearing, overshadowing, or overlooking impacts on neighboring residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed replacement dwelling is consistent with the Z1 land use zoning and respects the varied architectural character and established pattern of development along Mount Prospect Avenue.
- The scale and depth of the proposed building are acceptable given the generous site size of 1,100 m² and the provided setbacks from shared boundaries which mitigate impacts on adjacent properties.
- Technical concerns regarding vehicular access and privacy can be successfully managed through conditions, including the use of obscure glazing on side elevations and agreements for street tree protection.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a third-party appeal against Dublin City Council's decision to grant permission for the demolition of an existing 290 m² detached house and the construction of a significantly larger 556 m² 2-storey, 5-bedroom dwelling at 211 Mount Prospect Avenue, Dublin 3. The site is a large 1,100 m² plot facing St. Anne's Park. Appellants raised concerns regarding the 'excessive' massing, loss of sunlight to their patio, and potential for overlooking from high-level glazing. The Inspecto...PDF Document Missing
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