Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered to be in accordance with the 'RS' residential zoning objective of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023, as the design and scale of the ground floor and dormer extension would not seriously injure the residential amenities of adjoining properties by way of overshadowing, overlooking, or visual overbearance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design is a traditional and sympathetic response to the existing semi-detached dormer style of the streetscape and would not result in excessive impacts on the appellants' property.
- Any overlooking from the proposed rear dormer windows would be oblique and is consistent with the level of overlooking generally expected in suburban residential contexts.
- The proposed extension's height, volume, and massing are modest and represent a sustainable improvement to the habitable space of the existing dwelling without causing serious injury to the area's character.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023Section 12.4 (Design Criteria for Residential Development)Chapter 12 (Dormer extensions)Objective DMS41Objective DMS44RS Zoning Objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the demolition of an existing boiler house and the construction of a ground-floor extension and a rear dormer extension at 23 Forest Dale, Swords. The site is a semi-detached dormer bungalow located in a mature residential area zoned 'RS'. A third-party appeal was lodged by a neighbor citing concerns regarding overlooking from the new dormer windows and overshadowing of their kitchen. The Inspector found that the design solutions—including the use of obscure glazing on side...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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