Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered consistent with Zoning Objective A to protect and/or improve residential amenity, as it is proportionate in scale, sympathetic to the design of the existing dwelling, and does not significantly impact the visual or residential amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The rear dormer is proportionate in size to the roof pane and accords with the design of the existing dwelling without appearing overly dominant or incongruous.
- Existing separation distances and the established urban pattern mean the proposal will not result in significant new overlooking or loss of privacy for adjacent properties.
- The front dormer is of a modest scale, integrates well into the front roof slope, and is sympathetic to the character of the existing house and the wider residential area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective AChapter 8 Principles of DevelopmentSection 8.2.3.4(i) Extensions to Dwellings
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Mark Farber, sought permission for an attic conversion at 12 Belarmine Lawns, Dublin 18, featuring a front dormer, rooflights, and a rear dormer to create a new master bedroom. This follows a previous split decision where a rear dormer was refused. The Planning Authority granted permission, which was subsequently appealed by third parties (Colm Murphy and Michelle Hardie Murphy) on grounds of overlooking, loss of privacy, and out-of-character design. The Inspector noted that the r...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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