Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission by removing Condition 2, concluding that the proposed front extension's projection would not significantly injure the visual or residential amenities of the area through overbearance or loss of daylight.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension does not result in a significant loss of diffuse daylight or sunlight to the neighboring properties at No. 34 and No. 36 based on a BRE209 '45-degree approach' assessment.
- The forward projection of the development past the established building line is not considered unduly obtrusive or overbearing in its specific residential context.
- Condition 2 of the Planning Authority's decision is unnecessary as the original design complies with the 'RS' zoning objective and proper planning standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023RS Zoning ObjectiveObjective PM46Objective DMS42Objective DMS30Chapter 12 Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
This Inspector's Report deals with a first-party appeal by Suzanne and Austin Carroll against Condition 2 of Fingal County Council's decision to grant permission for a 10 sq.m front extension at 35 Charlestown Green, Meakstown. Condition 2 required the extension to be reduced in depth to project no more than 2m from the front building line to prevent overshadowing and overbearance. The site comprises a mid-terrace two-storey house. The Inspector conducted a site visit and a technical assessment ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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