Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is consistent with the residential zoning objective and would not seriously injure the visual or residential amenities of the area, maintaining a pattern of development and separation distances appropriate for the existing streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of development is acceptable under Policy PHP19 of the 2022-2028 County Development Plan, which encourages the densification of established residential areas through infill housing.
- A separation distance of approximately 20m between the proposed front elevation and existing dwellings to the east is considered sufficient to prevent overlooking and protect residential amenity.
- The proposed design and building line are broadly in keeping with the character of the estate and comply with development standards for internal areas, private amenity space, and traffic safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective PHP19: Existing Housing Stock – AdaptationSection 12.3.7.5: Corner / Side Garden sitesObjective A: To protect and/ or improve residential amenity
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the demolition of a side extension at 21 Woodlawn Park, replaced by a new rear extension and a new 145sq.m two-storey detached dwelling in the side garden. The site is a corner lot in a mature residential area of Dun Laoghaire. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding overlooking, loss of privacy, traffic disruption, and the procedural invalidity of the application. The Inspector dismissed the invalidity claim, noting the applicant's sufficient legal interest. Regar...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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